Eurobasket Daily News Report: 1/5/2023 4:04:01 AM

EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 1/5/2023 4:04:01 AM

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ABA LEAGUE

Gregor Glas on loan at Mornar - by Zeljko Zule

KK-Mornar-Barsko-Zlato-Bar (Erste Liga) strengthened their roster with addition of 21-year old Slovenian international 195cm shooting guard Gregor Glas on loan from Cedevita Olimpija until end of the season.
He has been also a member of Slovenian international program for some years. Glas has regularly played for Slovenian senior team since 2018 and two years ago for U22 National Team.
He represented Slovenia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Greece four years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 14.4ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 48.3%, 3PT: 19.6%, FT: 68.4%.
Glas has played previously professionally also in Serbia (Partizan and KK Dynamic Vip Pay Beograd) and Slovenia (Primorska and Primorska).
He played in the final of Adriatic League in 2022.

Trent Frazier claims ABA League Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Trent Frazier (188-G-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for FMP BG and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13.
The 24-year old guard had the game-high 45 points adding four rebounds and nine assists for FMP BG in his team's victory, helping them to beat Mornar (#10, 4-9) 113-102. FMP BG maintains the 4th position in ABA League . They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. FMP BG will need more victories to improve their 10-3 record. In the team's last game Frazier had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got eight three-pointers out of 13 attempts. He turned to be FMP BG's top player in his first season with the team. University of Illinois graduate has very impressive stats this year. Frazier is in league's top in points (3rd best: 20.8ppg), assists (4th best: 6.3apg) and averages solid 56.3% FGP and 48.3% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard Daron Russell (180-PG-1998) of Mornar. Russell impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 32 points and 12 assists. Bad luck as Mornar lost that game 102-113 to the higher-ranked FMP BG (#4, 10-3). Mornar is still in a red zone at 10th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-9 record. Russell is a newcomer at Mornar and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 28.2ppg (#1). He also recorded 7.8 assists per game.

The third best performed player last round was Tristan Vukcevic (209-C-2003) of second-ranked Partizan. Vukcevic showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, nine rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Partizan, leading his team to a 114-77 easy win against the lower-ranked Zadar (#6, 7-6). Partizan is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 11-2 record is not that bad... Vukcevic has a very solid season. In 11 games in ABA League he scored 8.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Trae Bell-Haynes (188-G-1995) of Buducnost - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Bryant Crawford (191-G-1997) of Igokea - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Aleksandar Lazic (203-F-1996) of Buducnost - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Yogi Ferrell (183-PG-1993) of Cedevita Ol. - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists
8. Petar Popovic (195-PG-1996) of Buducnost - 16 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Sava Lesic (205-PF-1988) of Borac CA - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Stefan Djordjevic (206-F/C-1998) of Igokea - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Round 13: Leader Crvena Zvezda gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

ABA League is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 13 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Serbian leader Crvena Zvezda delivered the eleventh win on Monday night. This time they beat 11th ranked Croatian Split (4-9) 72-63. Ghanian-American Ben Bentil (204-1995, college: Providence) fired 12 points for the winners. Guard Stefan Markovic (196-1988) chipped in 8 points and 5 rebounds. Crvena Zvezda's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) produced 18 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Crvena Zvezda (11-1) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Defending Serbian champion maintains first place. Split at the other side dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Mornar. Crvena Zvezda are looking forward to face bottom-ranked MZT Skopje (#14) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Split will play against Buducnost (#5) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Fourteenth-ranked North Macedonian MZT Skopje (2-11) made lots of trouble for seventh ranked Croatian Cibona (6-7) in Zagreb. Cibona managed to secure only two-point victory 87-85. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 assists. Lovro Mazalin contributed with 13 points for the winners. Cibona's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American point guard Mike Caffey (183-1993, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) answered with 19 points and 5 rebounds for MZT Skopje. The victory was the third consecutive win for Cibona. Defending Croatian champion maintains seventh place with 6-7 record. MZT Skopje lost their fifth game in a row. Defending North Macedonian champion stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. Cibona will play against league's second-placed Partizan in Beograd in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. MZT Skopje will play at home against the league's leader Crvena Zvezda (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Beograd. Local Partizan (11-2) outscored 6th ranked Croatian Zadar (7-6) 114-77 on Monday night. Tristan Vukcevic stepped up and scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. At the losing side Luka Bozic responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Partizan. They moved-up to second place. Loser Zadar keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Partizan will meet at home Cibona (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Zadar will play against SC Derby in Podgorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 13 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Buducnost crushed Borac CA in Podgorica 108-79. Mega BG lost to Slovenian defending champion Cedevita Ol. at home 82-96. FMP BG won against Mornar on the opponent's court 113-102. SC Derby outscored Igokea in a home game 104-85.
The best stats of 13th round was 25 points and 4 assists by Bryant Crawford of Igokea.

Borac CA - Buducnost 79-108

There was no surprise in Cacak where 13th ranked Serbian Borac CA (3-10) was crushed by fifth ranked Montenegrin Buducnost (9-4) 108-79 on Friday. Buducnost made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Canadian guard Trae Bell-Haynes (188-1995, college: Vermont, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up and scored 24 points and 5 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners and Bosnian forward Aleksandar Lazic (203-1996, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). At the losing side Sava Lesic (205-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Hunter Hale (192-1997, college: Winthrop) scored 20 points. Five Buducnost and four Borac CA players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Buducnost. Defending Montenegrin champion maintains fifth place with 9-4 record. Loser Borac CA dropped to the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Mega BG. Buducnost will meet Split (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Borac CA will play against Cedevita Ol. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Buducnost: T.Bell-Haynes 24+4reb+5ast, A.Lazic 19+6reb+4ast, P.Popovic 16+2reb+6ast, S.Sehovic 15+3reb, A.Kaba 15+6reb, I.Drobnjak 8+1reb+4ast
Borac CA: H.Hale 20+2ast, S.Lesic 19+7reb+4ast, M.Radonjic 12+1reb+6ast, B.Tomasevic 10+2reb, U.Carapic 9+6reb, N.Todorovic 3+1reb

Cibona - MZT Skopje 87-85

Fourteenth-ranked North Macedonian MZT Skopje (2-11) made lots of trouble for seventh ranked Croatian Cibona (6-7) in Zagreb. Cibona managed to secure only two-point victory 87-85. However their fans expected much easier game. MZT Skopje was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996, agency: AltusBasket) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 8 assists. Lovro Mazalin (204-1997) contributed with 13 points for the winners. Cibona's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American point guard Mike Caffey (183-1993, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) answered with 19 points and 5 rebounds and Serbian Strahinja Micovic (205-1992) added 17 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for MZT Skopje. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Cibona. Defending Croatian champion maintains seventh place with 6-7 record. MZT Skopje lost their fifth game in a row. Defending North Macedonian champion stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. Cibona will play against league's second-placed Partizan in Beograd in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. MZT Skopje will play at home against the league's leader Crvena Zvezda (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Cibona: B.Kapusta 18+4reb+8ast, L.Mazalin 13+4reb+3ast, A.Aranitovic 11+6reb+1ast, S.Smajlagic 11+5reb, M.Bakovic 9+4reb, I.Perasovic 8+4reb
MZT Skopje: M.Caffey 19+5reb+2ast, S.Micovic 17+6reb+1ast, B.Krstevski 14+9reb, D.Ware 12+1reb+8ast, D.Stojanovski 11+1reb, V.Stojanovski 7+4reb+2ast

Mega BG - Cedevita Ol. 82-96

No shocking result in a game in Beograd where third ranked Slovenian Cedevita Ol. (10-2) defeated 12th ranked Serbian Mega BG (3-10) 96-82 on Monday. They outrebounded Mega BG 34-20 including a 26-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cedevita Ol. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Yogi Ferrell (183-1993, college: Indiana) stepped up and scored 21 points and 9 assists for the winners and his fellow American import guard Josh Adams (188-1993, college: Wyoming) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. Four Cedevita Ol. players scored in double figures. At the losing side French Malcolm Cazalon (198-2001, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 22 points and American guard Ahmaad Rorie (186-1995, college: Montana) scored 21 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Cedevita Ol.. Defending Slovenian champion maintains third place with 10-2 record behind leader Crvena Zvezda. Mega BG lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with ten games lost. They share it with Borac CA. Cedevita Ol. will meet Borac CA (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mega BG's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Beograd FMP BG.
Top scorers:
Cedevita Ol.: J.Adams 21+5reb+3ast, Y.Ferrell 21+4reb+9ast, K.Matkovic 12+4reb, A.Alibegovic 11+5reb+1ast, A.Omic 8+7reb+3ast, E.Muric 7+4reb
Mega BG: M.Cazalon 22+4reb+2ast, A.Rorie 21+6ast, D.Nikola 11+2reb+3ast, L.Cerovina 6+1reb+4ast, M.Rudan 6+2reb+3ast, G.Andrija 6+1reb

Mornar - FMP BG 102-113

Very expected game in Bar where 10th ranked Montenegrin Mornar (4-9) was defeated by fourth ranked Serbian FMP BG (10-3) 113-102 on Tuesday. FMP BG made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. FMP BG looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Trent Frazier (188-1998, college: Illinois) stepped up and scored 45 points (!!!) and 9 assists for the winners and center Nikola Jankovic (206-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American point guard Daron Russell (180-1998, college: Maryland) responded with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists and Croatian center Antonio Vrankovic (213-1996, college: Duke) scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four FMP BG and five Mornar players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. FMP BG maintains fourth place with 10-3 record. Mornar lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Split. FMP BG's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Beograd to the arena Mega BG.
Top scorers:
FMP BG: T.Frazier 45+4reb+9ast, B.Beech 17+2reb+1ast, N.Jankovic 13+7reb+3ast, E.Izundu 11+1reb+1ast, S.Nikola 9+1reb+1ast, C.Jenkins 8+5reb+3ast
Mornar: D.Russell 32+7reb+12ast, N.Vranjes 16+5reb, V.Mihailovic 14+4reb+1ast, A.Vrankovic 13+7reb+4ast, P.Vujacic 11, M.Pecarski 11+6reb

Partizan - Zadar 114-77

The game with biggest result difference took place in Beograd. Local Partizan (11-2) outscored 6th ranked Croatian Zadar (7-6) 114-77 on Monday night. Partizan dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Zadar's 34. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. Partizan looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Center Tristan Vukcevic (209-2003) stepped up and scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Aleksa Avramovic (192-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 16 points. At the losing side Luka Bozic (200-1996) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Marko Ramljak (201-1993, agency: Interperformances) scored 11 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Partizan. They moved-up to second place. Loser Zadar keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Partizan will meet at home Cibona (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Zadar will play against SC Derby in Podgorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Partizan: V.Tristan 25+9reb+4ast, A.Avramovic 16+4reb+3ast, B.Koprivica 14+7reb, I.Papapetrou 13+1reb+6ast, A.Smailagic 13+2reb, K.Punter 9+2reb+4ast
Zadar: L.Bozic 19+10reb+6ast, A.Jordano 13+2ast, M.Ramljak 11+4reb+3ast, D.Dreznjak 11+4reb+2ast, A.Lakic 9+5reb+2ast, J.Davis 9+3reb+1ast

Split - Crvena Zvezda 63-72

Serbian leader Crvena Zvezda delivered the eleventh win on Monday night. This time they beat 11th ranked Croatian Split (4-9) 72-63. Ghanian-American Ben Bentil (204-1995, college: Providence) fired 12 points for the winners. Guard Stefan Markovic (196-1988) chipped in 8 points and 5 rebounds. Crvena Zvezda's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) produced 18 points and 8 rebounds and guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Crvena Zvezda (11-1) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Defending Serbian champion maintains first place. Split at the other side dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Mornar. Crvena Zvezda are looking forward to face bottom-ranked MZT Skopje (#14) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Split will play against Buducnost (#5) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Crvena Zvezda: B.Bentil 12+3reb+3ast, F.Petrusev 9+3reb+2ast, N.Nedovic 9+3reb+2ast, F.Campazzo 8+2reb+4ast, S.Markovic 8+5reb+2ast, O.Dobric 7+5reb
Split: L.Sullivan 18+8reb+1ast, S.Shorter 15+4reb+3ast, D.Mavra 14+6reb+2ast, T.Nelson 6+7reb+1ast, R.Gizdavcic 3, M.Kalajzic 3+1reb+3ast

SC Derby - Igokea 104-85

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Podgorica where ninth ranked Montenegrin SC Derby (5-8) outscored 8th ranked Bosnian Igokea (5-8) 104-85 on Wednesday. SC Derby shot 62.3 percent from the field and made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Igokea's players. Bosnian-Croatian Tomislav Ivisic (214-2003) stepped up and scored 16 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and Emir Hadzibegovic (204-1996) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. SC Derby's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American guard Bryant Crawford (191-1997, college: Wake Forest) responded with 25 points and 4 assists and Serbian power forward Stefan Djordjevic (206-1998, agency: BeoBasket) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Five SC Derby and four Igokea players scored in double figures. SC Derby moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Igokea. Igokea lost their fourth game in a row. SC Derby will meet at home higher ranked Zadar (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Igokea will play against Mornar in Bar and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
SC Derby: F.Magee 18+5reb, T.Ivisic 16+6reb+3ast, N.Pavlicevic 15+1reb+6ast, D.Tasic 13+3reb+4ast, E.Hadzibegovic 11+7reb+6ast, M.Dreznjak 9+3reb+2ast
Igokea: B.Crawford 25+3reb+4ast, K.Ray 18+3reb+3ast, N.Tanaskovic 16+2reb+2ast, S.Djordjevic 15+7reb+3ast, N.Maric 4+1reb, H.Delalic 3+1reb+2ast

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ARGENTINA

Penarol lands Johndre Jefferson - by Eurobasket News

Penarol-Mar-del-Plata (La Liga) tabbed experienced 34-year old American (has also Central African passport) 207cm power forward Johndre Jefferson (college: S.Carolina), agency: Inception Sports. Jefferson played last summer at Soles in Mexican LNBP. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year (!!!). In 6 LNBP games he averaged 4.0ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.0apg. The last season he played at Nacional in Uruguayan LUB where in 28 games he had 14.8ppg, 9.2rpg, 1.3apg and 1.4bpg. Jefferson can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. He also played 6 games in BCL Americas where he recorded 8.8ppg, 6.2rpg and 1.0apg. Jefferson has been regularly called to Central African Senior National Team since 2018.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in eleven different countries playing on five different continents. Jefferson is familiar with European, Asian, Latin American, African and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Croatia (Cibona), France (Chorale de Roanne), Greece (PAOK Thessaloniki), Israel (Maccabi Kiryat Gat and Elitzur Ramla), Italy (Trento), Lebanon (Champville), Morocco (AS Sale), Slovakia (Iskra Svit), Turkey (Konya BBSK and Afyon), IBL (Salem S.) and The Basketball Tournament (Overseas Elite). Jefferson won 3x TBT (The Basketball Tournament) championship title.
Among many awards he received Eurobasket.com All-Italian LNP Silver Player of the Year award and Eurobasket.com All-Italian LNP Silver Forward of the Year award back in 2014.
He graduated from University of South Carolina in 2011 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball. (via @basquetplus)

Amadou Sidibe (ex Penarol) is a newcomer at Lleida - by Dimitri Chelidze

ICG-Forca-Lleida (LEB Gold) strengthened their roster with the addition of 28-year-old American (has also Ivorian passport) 203cm power forward Amadou Sidibe (college: Fairfield), agency: Players Group. Sidibe started the season at Penarol in Argentinian La Liga. In 15 games he recorded 9.5ppg and 4.5rpg.

He has played also professionally in France (Tours and ALM Evreux), Portugal (Lusitania), and Spain (Melilla and Alicante).

Among many awards, he played in the final of the Spanish LEB Silver Play-Off in 2018. Sidibe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Honorable Mention in 2021.

He graduated from Fairfield University in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.

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ASEAN LEAGUE

Standings

ASEAN League Standings

Regular Season: Round 1

Jan. 3: Heat - Macau
Jan. 3: Zamboanga - Louvre S.
Jan. 2: Singapore S. - NS Matrix
Jan. 2: HK Eastern - Tigers

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AUSTRALIA

Stats Leaders - NBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Bryce COTTON

Perth
(182-G-1992)
Avg: 24.2

24.2

23.7

20.7

17.9

17.6

Purser re-signs with Hawks for 2023 NBL1 West season - by Hugh McAuliffe

The Perry Lakes Hawks today announced the re-signing of Ben Purser (200-F-1990, college: Augusta) for the 2023 NBL1 West season.

Purser enters his 15th SBL/NBL1 season, having played for the Hawks every year since 2008 and notching his 350th game in 2022.

The two-time champion averaged 11 points per game last year, his lowest since his rookie season. Known for his all-round game and defensive qualities, he still contributed 6 rebounds and 5 assists per game as the Hawks lost in the elimination final.

As captain of the team since 2012, the soon-to-be 33-year-old is still key to the Hawks' success in 2023.

The 2023 NBL1 West season is set to get underway on Friday 31 March, with the Hawks hosting the East Perth Eagles at Bendat Basketball Centre.

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AZERBAIJAN

Kordall Steelers add Bundu to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

Kordall-Steelers-Rodange (Nationale 2) added to their roster 26-year-old Sierra Leonean forward Abdulai Bundu (201cm-98kg-1996, college: Quinnipiac). Bundu just played at Gence in the Azerbaijani ABL league.

He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Olimpi) and NBA G League (Westchester Knicks).

The list of past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Georgian Cup final in 2021. Bundu was voted in the Georgian League All-Star Game in 2022.

He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered the top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas.

Bundu graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2019 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Noam Yaacov (ex ASVEL) joins H.Jerusalem - by Eurobasket News

Hapoel-Bank-Yahav-Jerusalem (Winner League) agreed terms with 18-year old naturalized Danish point guard Noam Yaacov (186cm-2004). Yaacov played recently at ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket in French Betclic ELITE ProA. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week. He ended the last season at ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket (U18 League) in French league. Yaacov helped them to win the league title. But the most of that year he spent at ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket U18 team in France where in 7 Adidas Next Generation Tournament games he had 9.9ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.9apg and 1.3spg.
He represented Israel at the FIBA U18 European Championship in Izmir (Turkey) last year. His stats at that event were 7 games: Score-2 (19.3ppg), 6.0rpg, Assists-1 (6.0apg), 1.7spg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 39.3%, FT: 65.1%.
Yaacov has played previously for Israeli team Hapoel Emek Hefer Afula.

Dijon signs Matt Mobley, ex TNT Tropang - by Eurobasket News

JDA-Dijon-Bourgogne (Betclic ELITE ProA) signed 28-year old American shooting guard Matt Mobley (195cm-84kg-1994, college: St.Bonaventure). Mobley supposed to play at TNT Tropang in Filipino PBA league. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In two PBA games he had very impressive stats: 28.0ppg, 6.0rpg and 4.5apg. This season he was tested by ratiopharm Ulm in German BBL. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 5 PBA games he recorded 8.8ppg, 3.8rpg and 2.2apg this season. Mobley also played 3 games in Eurocup where he averaged 12.3ppg, 3.7rpg and 2.7apg.
He is quite experienced player. Mobley has played also professionally in Belgium (Spirou Charleroi), Spain (Zaragoza), Turkey (Bakirkoy) and Germany (Skyliners).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team was regular season runner-up in Atlantic 10 in 2018. He was voted All-NEC Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2015.
Mobley graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2018 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Recap of Opening Round of Play-Ins - by Eurobasket News

Murcia - Pinar Karsiyaka 97-92

Murcia made 22-of-25 free shots (88.0 percent) during the game. Montenegrin power forward Nemanja Radovic (208-1991, agency: BeoBasket) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and Azerbaijani-American guard Jordan Davis (188-1997, college: N.Colorado) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists. Four Murcia players scored in double figures. At the losing side Colombian swingman Braian Angola-Rodas (198-1994, college: FSU) responded with 41 points (!!!) and American guard Errick McCollum (188-1988, college: Goshen) scored 7 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Murcia: J.Davis 16+3reb+5ast, N.Radovic 15+11reb, J.Anderson 13+7reb+1ast, S.Rojas 11+3reb, T.McFadden 9+2ast, D.Jelinek 8+1reb
Pinar Karsiyaka: B.Angola-Rodas 41+2reb+1ast, J.Brown 12+2reb+1ast, M.Kuzminskas 10+3reb, E.McCollum 7+5reb+6ast, V.Brown 6+7reb, A.Delgado 5+3reb

AEK - Tofas 73-70

AEK made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 7 rebounds. Latvian guard Janis Strelnieks (191-1989) contributed with 16 points and 5 assists for the winners. AEK's coach used entire bench in such tough game. American guard Rob Gray (186-1994, college: Houston) answered with 18 points and 5 assists and point guard Berk Ugurlu (192-1996) added 16 points in the effort for Tofas.
Top scorers:
AEK: J.Strelnieks 16+5ast, A.Mitchell 16+7reb+3ast, I.Miles 12+5reb, C.McGriff 9+3reb+1ast, D.Flionis 9+3reb+4ast, V.Xanthopoulos 5+2reb+3ast
Tofas: R.Gray 18+5ast, B.Ugurlu 16+4reb+3ast, T.Ennis 10+2reb+4ast, B.Toure 9+10reb+1ast, E.Tanisan 7, A.Milaknis 3+1reb

H.Holon - Igokea 103-79

Hapoel Holon outrebounded Igokea 41-27 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Igokea's players. American center Marvin Jones (213-1993, college: Texas Southern) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) chipped in 12 points and 14 assists. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American guard Antabia Waller (189-1988, college: Auburn) responded with 21 points and the other American import guard Bryant Crawford (191-1997, college: Wake Forest) scored 16 points. Five Hapoel Holon and four Igokea players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
H.Holon: M.Jones 19+13reb+1ast, H.Dalton 18+5reb+2ast, C.Johnson 15+5reb+2ast, J.Ragland 12+3reb+14ast, C.Harris 11+3reb+7ast, F.Bourdillon 9+4reb+1ast
Igokea: A.Waller 21+1reb+2ast, B.Crawford 16+3reb+1ast, N.Tanaskovic 14+3reb+2ast, K.Kondic 10+3reb+4ast, N.Nerandzic 7+4reb+1ast, M.Josilo 7+8reb+2ast

Bahcesehir - Oostende 72-76

Oostende outrebounded Acibadem 40-23 including 25 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Vrenz Bleijenbergh (208-2000) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss) chipped in 16 points. At the losing side French center Jerry Boutsiele (208-1994) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Kartal Ozmizrak (189-1995, agency: BeoBasket) scored 18 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Oostende: B.Tyree 16+2reb+3ast, V.Bleijenbergh 14+17reb, T.Thurman 11+4reb+2ast, H.Bratanovic 8+4reb+1ast, P.Gillet 7+2reb+2ast, O.Troisfontaines 6+2reb+3ast
Bahcesehir: K.Ozmizrak 18+1reb+3ast, J.Boutsiele 17+8reb+1ast, B.Candan 14+4reb+1ast, J.Smith 6+5reb+4ast, M.Baygul 4+1ast, J.Blazic 4+1reb+2ast

Ludwigsburg - Limoges 85-81

EnBW Ludwigsburg looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Point guard Jhonathan Dunn (193-1998, college: S.Nazarene) stepped up and scored 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Justin Johnson (200-1996, college: WKU) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. EnBW Ludwigsburg's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side guard Javontae Hawkins (196-1993, college: Fordham) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Bryce Jones (183-1994, college: Murray St.) scored 12 points and 6 assists. Five Limoges CSP Elite players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Ludwigsburg: J.Dunn 29+5reb+4ast, J.Johnson 17+8reb+3ast, J.Roberson 12+2reb, Y.Polas-Bartolo 9+3ast, W.Cherry 7+3reb+5ast, S.Miller 7+4reb+1ast
Limoges: J.Hawkins 17+5reb+1ast, J.Graves 13+4reb+2ast, B.Jones 12+2reb+6ast, D.Rodriguez 12+6reb, N.Lang 11+3reb+4ast, G.Schilling 8+4reb+1ast

Benfica - Darussafaka 76-89

Dacka made 18-of-19 free shots (94.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Benfica turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-1996) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 assists for the winners. British center Gabriel Olaseni (211-1991, college: Iowa) chipped in 15 points. American point guard Toney Douglas (189-1986, college: FSU) produced 24 points and Cape Verdean-Portuguese Ivan Almeida (198-1989, college: Stonehill) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Darussafaka: D.Ozdemiroglu 18+3reb+14ast, A.Yeboah 17+4reb, G.Olaseni 15+4reb+3ast, M.Starks 12+4ast, A.White 9+3reb, E.Osmani 8+8reb+1ast
Benfica: T.Douglas 24+3reb+2ast, T.Carter II 11+2reb+3ast, A.Broussard 11+1reb+4ast, I.Almeida 10+8reb+3ast, J.Silva 7+2reb+1ast, B.Gomes 7+5reb+1ast

Dijon - Peristeri 89-80

JDA Dijon looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Markis McDuffie (203-1997, college: Wichita St.) stepped up and scored 27 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard David Holston (173-1986, college: Chicago St.) chipped in 15 points and 12 assists. Four JDA Dijon players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Dimitrios Agravanis (208-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and Croatian center Miro Bilan (213-1989, agency: BeoBasket) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Peristeri's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Dijon: M.McDuffie 27+7reb, G.Hrovat 18+3reb+8ast, G.Ware 15+5reb+1ast, D.Holston 15+4reb+12ast, J.Alingue 6+2reb, R.Ducote 4+2reb+1ast
Peristeri: D.Agravanis 22+5reb, M.Denmon 21+2reb, M.Bilan 18+7reb+1ast, S.Francisco 9+5reb+8ast, S.Juiston 6+2reb, L.Kaselakis 2+3reb+5ast

Rytas - PAOK 85-62

Rytas outrebounded PAOK 41-21 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. American guard Marcus Foster (191-1995, college: Creighton) stepped up and scored 14 points and 5 assists for the winners and center Martynas Echodas (206-1997) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds. Five Rytas players scored in double figures. At the losing side American point guard Jalen Riley (184-1993, college: ETSU) responded with 17 points and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws) and the other American import guard Jaylen Hands (191-1999, college: UCLA) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Rytas: M.Normantas 14+4reb+1ast, M.Foster 14+4reb+5ast, M.Echodas 11+5reb+3ast, B.Varadi 11+5reb+2ast, E.Fridriksson 10+2reb+5ast, J.Williams 8+5reb+1ast
PAOK: J.Riley 17+4ast, J.Hands 11+4reb+1ast, T.Polley 8+5reb, Y.Franke 6+1reb, V.Margaritis 5+1ast, J.Sibert 5

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BOSNIA

Omar Pajic (ex Kolubara) is a newcomer at Spars - by Zeljko Zule

Spars-Realway-Sarajevo (Division I) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old Bosnian center Omar Pajic (205cm-1999). Pajic started the season at Kolubara in Serbian KLS league. In 15 games he recorded 11.4ppg, 5.1rpg and 1.8apg.
He has played previously for three other Bosnia teams: Capljina, HKK Zrinjski HT Mostar and HKK Zrinjski HT Mostar 2nd team.

Mladost inks Ibrahim Mulaomerovic - by Harun Alispahic

KK-Mladost-Mrkonjic-Grad (Division I) signed 24-year old Slovenian center Ibrahim Mulaomerovic (215cm-1998). Mulaomerovic started the season at OKK Sloboda Tuzla.
Mulaomerovic is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Lithuania (Mazeikiai), Spain (Grupo Eleyco Baskonia B team) and Slovenia (Zlatorog).
His team made it to the Alpe Adria Cup Final Four in 2017.

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - BNL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dexter MCCLANAHAN

Fort.
(193-F/G-1997)
Avg: 20.9

20.9

18.5

17.7

17.1

17.1

Vieira is back at Sao Jose/Ceap - by Paulo Freire

Sao-JoseCeap (Local League) signed 29-year old Brazilian point guard Patrick Vieira (186cm-1993) for upcoming 2023 season. It is actually his comeback to Sao Jose as he has played here before. Vieira played last summer at Amistad in Bolivian LNB league.
He has played previously professionally also in Brazil (Joinville, Ginastico, Universo/Salvador, Paschoalotto/Bauru and Osasco) and Bolivia (Pichincha). Vieira played in the final of Brazilian National League in 2015 and 2018.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Liga Ouro Player of the Year and Latinbasket.com All-Liga Ouro Domestic Player of the Year back in 2019.

Ambrose adds Ferreira to their roster - by Paulo Freire

Ambrose-University (CCAA) added to their roster 22-year old Brazilian small forward Guilherme Ferreira (201cm-2000). Ferreira just graduated from Red-Deer. His high school career he had spent at TMG Academy in Orange County, CA, which he joined from Admiral Farragut Academy.
He has played previously for Botafogo, Municipal and Campinas.

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BULGARIA

Div A stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Hristo BACHKOV

Hebar
(200-SF-2004)
Avg: 26.4

26.4

26.1

25.4

25.4

25.1

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CANADA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Osman OMAR

Cape Breton
(188-G-)
Avg: 26.2

26.2

25.3

24.5

24.4

23.9

Ambrose adds Ferreira to their roster - by Paulo Freire

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CENTRAL AFRICA

Penarol lands Johndre Jefferson - by Eurobasket News

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CHINA

Stats Leaders - CBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Antonio BLAKENEY

Jiangsu
(193-G-1996)
Avg: 32.6

32.6

29.2

26.7

26.2

25.1

CBA Round 24: Guandong Tigers overcome Pioneers - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Guandong Tigers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Guandong Tigers defeated 18th ranked Pioneers in Dongguan 102-91. Guandong Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. The former international Rui Zhao (195-1996) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Scottie James Jr (202-1996, college: Liberty) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guandong Tigers (18-3) have an impressive 13-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Zhejiang GB. Pioneers lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with 18 games lost. Pioneers will play next round against strong Flying Leopards trying to get back on the winning streak. Guandong Tigers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top ranked Golden Bulls (18-3) recorded its third loss in Hangzhou. Hosts were rolled over by eleventh ranked Monkey Kings (12-10) 114-91. It was a good game for American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Jo Lual-Acuil Jr contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners. American forward Moses Wright (206-1998, college: Georgia Tech) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 19 rebounds for Golden Bulls. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Monkey Kings moved-up to eighth place. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Guangdong ST. Monkey Kings will play against Sturgeons (#19) in Jinjiang in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Golden Bulls will have a break next round.
Bottom-ranked Rockets managed to get the second consecutive victory on Tuesday night. This time newly promoted Rockets won against sixth-ranked Sharks in Ningbo 106-97. And what about a second win in a row after ...twenty consecutive losses. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Sharks. Worth to mention a great performance of Brandon Taylor who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists. The best for the losing side was Zhelin Wang with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Rockets maintains twentieth position with 2-20 record. Loser Sharks dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Shenzhen L.. Rockets will meet at home higher ranked Guangsha Lions (#9) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sharks will have a break next round.

Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Jiangsu D. defeated Qingdao E. in Nanjing 101-95. Shenzhen L. was beaten by Guangsha L. at home 89-101. Jilin NE T. lost to Sichuan BW on the opponent's court 110-114. Beijing D. managed to outperform Beijing RF in a home game 82-75. Fujian S. recorded a loss to Liaoning FL on the road 104-87.
The best stats of 24th round was 26 points and 10 assists by Ailun Guo of Liaoning FL.

Qingdao E. - Jiangsu D. 95-101

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Eagles' (10-12) home loss to thirteenth ranked Jiangsu Dragons (11-10) 95-101 on Tuesday. Jiangsu Dragons dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 40. They outrebounded Eagles 49-31 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Jiangsu Dragons looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Antonio Blakeney (193-1996, college: LSU) who helped to win the game recording 29 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and center Quanxi Wu (211-1994) who added 17 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Jiayi Zhao (205-1999) with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and South Sudanese-Australian center Duop Reath (210-1996, college: LSU) scored 20 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Five Jiangsu Dragons and four Eagles players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Jiangsu Dragons moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Xinjiang FT. Eagles lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Jiangsu Dragons will meet higher ranked Aviators (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Eagles will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Jiangsu D.: B.Antonio 29+9reb+7ast, W.Quanxi 17+13reb+2ast, C.Xiaolong 11+2reb+4ast, Y.Shi 11+4reb+1ast, W.Devin 10+17reb+2ast, S.Hongfei 8+1reb
Qingdao E.: Z.Jiayi 22+9reb+4ast, R.Duop 20+3reb+1ast, Y.Jinmeng 14+2reb+4ast, G.Eugene 13+3reb+3ast, X.Yimin 9+1reb+4ast, J.Zhuo 8+1reb

Ningbo R. - Shanghai S. 106-97

Bottom-ranked Rockets managed to get the second consecutive victory on Tuesday night. This time newly promoted Rockets won against sixth-ranked Sharks in Ningbo 106-97. And what about a second win in a row after ...twenty consecutive losses. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Sharks. Rockets looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Brandon Taylor (178-1994, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists and Montenegrin forward Marko Todorovic (208-1992) who added 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) with 21 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Melo Trimble (190-1995, college: Maryland, agency: Pensack Sports) scored 18 points and 5 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Newly promoted Rockets maintains twentieth position with 2-20 record. Loser Sharks dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Shenzhen L.. Rockets will meet at home higher ranked Guangsha Lions (#9) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sharks will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ningbo R.: T.Brandon 22+6reb+14ast, Z.Junfeng 18+1reb+1ast, T.Marko 16+8reb+1ast, X.Yuzhuo 9+5reb+1ast, H.Delong 8+3reb+1ast, L.Yuanyu 8+7reb+3ast
Shanghai S.: W.Zhelin 21+8reb+1ast, T.Melo 18+3reb+5ast, Y.Ding 15+2reb+1ast, L.Zheng 11+5reb+2ast, O.III Johnny 8+1reb+1ast, R.Junwei 7+8reb+2ast

Shenzhen L. - Guangsha L. 89-101

There was a surprise result in Shenzhen where eleventh ranked Guangsha Lions (12-11) defeated higher ranked Aviators (13-8) 101-89 on Tuesday. Guangsha Lions made 25-of-27 free shots (92.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Guangsha Lions made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Jinqiu Hu (211-1997) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 9 rebounds and Canadian power forward Kyle Wiltjer (206-1992, college: Gonzaga) who added 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Askia Booker (186-1993, college: Colorado) scored 17 points. Four Aviators players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Guangsha Lions moved-up to ninth place. Loser Aviators keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Shanghai S.. Guangsha Lions will meet bottom-ranked Rockets (#20) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Aviators will play against Jiangsu Dragons (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Guangsha L.: H.Jinqiu 28+9reb+1ast, W.Kyle 21+8reb+5ast, Z.Yanhao 18+3reb+3ast, C.Quinn 9+1reb+5ast, X.Ke 6+1ast, Z.Jiaren 6+1reb
Shenzhen L.: B.Askia 17+2ast, S.Jared 16+10reb+3ast, Z.Rong 12+2reb+1ast, G.Quan 11+3reb+2ast, S.Haoqin 8+2reb+4ast, H.Xining 8+2reb+3ast

Guangdong ST - Tianjin 102-91

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Guandong Tigers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Guandong Tigers defeated 18th ranked Pioneers in Dongguan 102-91. Guandong Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. The former international Rui Zhao (195-1996) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Guandong Tigers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Scottie James Jr (202-1996, college: Liberty) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds and Taiwanese guard Benson Lin (193-1999, college: Bryant) added 16 points and 12 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guandong Tigers (18-3) have an impressive 13-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Zhejiang GB. Pioneers lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with 18 games lost. Pioneers will play next round against strong Flying Leopards trying to get back on the winning streak. Guandong Tigers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top scorers:
Guangdong ST: B.MarShon 26+7reb+8ast, Z.Rui 22+6reb+5ast, H.Mingxuan 16+3reb+4ast, R.Junfei 15+8reb+2ast, Z.Haojia 8+3reb, X.Jie 5+5ast
Tianjin: J.Jr. Scottie 27+11reb+3ast, J.Brandon 19+3reb+3ast, L.Benson 16+4reb+12ast, M.Zikai 8+3reb+1ast, W.Yifang 6+1reb+3ast, B.Jiang 5

Sichuan BW - Jilin NE T. 114-110

There was an upset in Sichuan where higher ranked Jilin Tigers (11-11) were defeated by seventeenth ranked Blue Whales (6-16) 114-110 on Wednesday. Blue Whales outrebounded Jilin Tigers 49-32 including a 39-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Marlain Veal (175-1996, college: SE Louisiana) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Iranian center Hamed Haddadi (218-1985, agency: BIG) who added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Blue Whales' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American guard Dominique Jones (193-1988, college: S.Florida) with a triple-double by scoring 44 points (!!!), 12 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals and center Ang Lee (209-1990) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Five Blue Whales and four Jilin Tigers players scored in double figures. Blue Whales maintains seventeenth position with 6-16 record. Loser Jilin Tigers dropped to the twelfth place with 11 games lost. Blue Whales will meet higher ranked Ducks (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Jilin Tigers will play against Royal Fighters (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sichuan BW: Z.Dianliang 24+3reb, V.Marlain 22+7reb+5ast, Z.Zhennian 16+14reb, H.Shuo 16+5reb+6ast, H.Hamed 13+10reb+7ast, J.Hanyi 8+2reb+4ast
Jilin NE T.: J.Dominique 44+12reb+11ast, L.Ang 21+7reb, J.Yuxing 20+3reb+3ast, J.Weize 12+4reb+3ast, Z.Cheng 5+2ast, C.Jinming 5+5reb+5ast

Zhejiang GB. - Nanjing TX MK 91-114

Top ranked Golden Bulls (18-3) recorded its third loss in Hangzhou. Hosts were rolled over by eleventh ranked Monkey Kings (12-10) 114-91. Monkey Kings made 18-of-21 charity shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Golden Bulls turnovers and had a 42-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. Monkey Kings players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists. Golden Bulls were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. South Sudanese-Australian center Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (213-1994, college: Baylor) contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners. American forward Moses Wright (206-1998, college: Georgia Tech) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 19 rebounds and Shuaipeng Cheng (191-1999) added 18 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Golden Bulls. Five Monkey Kings and four Golden Bulls players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Monkey Kings moved-up to eighth place. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Guangdong ST. Monkey Kings will play against Sturgeons (#19) in Jinjiang in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Golden Bulls will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Nanjing TX MK: P.QJ 25+11reb+10ast, L.Jr. Jo 24+6reb+1ast, Z.Baiqing 19+7reb, W.Lanxuan 14+6reb+9ast, L.Wei 11+4reb+3ast, L.Hongpeng 11+1reb
Zhejiang GB.: W.Moses 20+19reb+1ast, C.Shuaipeng 18+8reb+2ast, G.Jarmar 14+3reb+4ast, W.Qian 13+1reb+2ast, L.Zeyi 9+3reb+4ast, Z.Dayu 7+2reb

Beijing D. - Beijing RF 82-75

Very predictable result in Beijing where fourth ranked Ducks (15-7) beat 16th ranked Royal Fighters (8-13) 82-75 on Wednesday. Ducks looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Ziming Fan (211-1998) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 7 rebounds and American point guard Jonathan Gibson (188-1987, college: NM State) who added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Ducks players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Trae Golden (189-1991, college: Georgia Tech) with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Fan Zhang (195-1996) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Ducks maintains fourth position with 15-7 record. Royal Fighters lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 13 games lost. Ducks will meet at home Blue Whales (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Royal Fighters will play against Jilin Tigers in Changchun and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Beijing D.: G.Jonathan 14+5reb+4ast, F.Ziming 14+7reb+3ast, Z.Xiaochuan 11+4reb+2ast, F.Zeng 10+3reb+1ast, F.Shuo 10+4reb+7ast, L.TJ 10+7reb+3ast
Beijing RF: G.Trae 31+8reb+6ast, Z.Fan 14+5reb+3ast, Z.Yuchen 10+6reb+2ast, L.Kaiwen 6+7reb, W.Shaojie 5+7reb, Y.Changdong 5+8reb+3ast

Liaoning FL - Fujian S. 104-87

Not a big story in a game in Yingkou where 19th ranked Sturgeons (3-19) were defeated by third ranked Flying Leopards (17-5) 104-87 on Wednesday. Flying Leopards looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Sturgeons' players. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Ailun Guo (189-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 assists and the former international Zhenlin Zhang (206-1999, college: Tulane) who added 20 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Bulgarian-American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international Linjian Chen (197-1993) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Five Flying Leopards and four Sturgeons players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Flying Leopards have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 17-5 record behind leader Guangdong ST. Loser Sturgeons keep the nineteenth place with 19 games lost. Flying Leopards will meet Pioneers (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sturgeons will play against Monkey Kings in Jiangsu and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Liaoning FL: G.Ailun 26+3reb+10ast, Z.Zhenlin 20+7reb+3ast, S.JaKarr 16+7reb, F.Hao 12+6reb+4ast, Z.Jiwei 12+3reb+6ast, F.Kyle 10+4reb+3ast
Fujian S.: A.Darius 24+5reb+8ast, C.Linjian 17+6reb, M.Thon 13+9reb, L.Zeng 10+2reb+1ast, W.Yixiong 7+7reb+1ast, L.Yiyang 5+1reb+5ast

Chinese CBA round 23 best performance: Kyle Fogg - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Kyle Fogg (191-G-1990) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Liaoning FL, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
The 32-year old player was the main contributor (38 points, five rebounds and nine assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Jilin NE T. (#9, 11-10) 112-108. Liaoning FL maintains the 3rd position in Chinese CBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Liaoning FL will need more victories to improve their 16-5 record. In the team's last game Fogg had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's his second year at Liaoning FL and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Former University of Arizona star has very solid stats this year. Fogg is in league's top in points (5th best: 25.8ppg) and averages impressive 51.2% FGP and 40.3% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was young Taiwanese Ying-Chun Chen (182-PG-1993) of Guangzhou LL. Chen had a very good evening with a double-double of 38 points and 12 assists. It was enough for Guangzhou LL to edge the higher-ranked Shenzhen L. (#5, 13-8) 109-105. This victory allowed Guangzhou LL to move up to 15th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-12 record. Chen is one of the most experienced players at Guangzhou LL and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Bulgarian guard Darius Adams (188-PG-1989) of Fujian S. (#19). Adams got into 30-points club by scoring 36 points in the last round. He went also for nine rebounds and six assists. He was a key player of Fujian S., leading his team to a 111-100 win against the higher-ranked Beijing RF (#16, 8-12). Fujian S. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 3-18 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Adams has a very solid season. In 7 games in China he scored 31.6ppg. He also has 7.9rpg and 4.7apg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. MarShon Brooks (197-SG-1989) of Guangdong ST - 31 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
5. QJ Peterson (183-PG-1994) of Nanjing TX MK - 39 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Brandon Taylor (178-PG-1994) of Ningbo R. - 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Jinqiu Hu (211-C-1997) of Guangsha L. - 21 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Zhelin Wang (214-C-1994) of Shanghai S. - 26 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Kyle Wiltjer (206-C/F-1992) of Guangsha L. - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists
10. Rui Zhao (195-SG-1996) of Guangdong ST - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Div.A stats leaders

Stats Leaders

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Malik CURRY

Etha
(185-G-1999)
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29.4

24.7

24.1

21.2

20.4

APOP Paphou adds Paunovic to their roster, ex Cacak 94 - by Antonis Katsaros

APOP-Paphou (OPAP Basket League) added to their roster 27-year old Serbian guard Bratislav Paunovic (190cm-1995). Paunovic started the season at KK Cacak 94 in Serbian KLS league. In 10 games he recorded 3.1ppg, 2.0rpg and 2.2apg.
He has played also professionally for other Serbian teams like KK Sloboda Uzice, Proleter, Zemun, Mladost Cacak and KK Mladost Smederevska Palanka. Paunovic was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Serbian 2MLS Honorable Mention in 2020 and 2021.
He won Serbian 2MLS championship title in 2016.

Apollon inks Zane Waterman, ex Seagulls - by Antonis Katsaros

BC-Apollon-Limassol (OPAP Basket League) signed 27-year old American forward Zane Waterman (203cm-100kg-1995, college: Manhattan). Waterman started the season at Seagulls in Finnish Korisliiga. In 10 games he had 13.4ppg and 4.4rpg.
He is quite experienced player. He has played in nine different countries on four different continents (Europe, Latin America, Australia and of course North America). Waterman has played previously professionally in Argentina (Ferro), Canada (Hamilton), Germany (BG Goettingen), New Zealand (Bulls), Poland (Enea Astoria), Portugal (Oliveirense), Czech Republic (NH Ostrava) and The Basketball Tournament (Team Draddy).
He won CEBL championship title in 2022.
Waterman graduated from Manhattan College in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

OPAP Basket League Round 12: Keravnos keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Keravnos as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Keravnos smashed 7th ranked Etha in Nicosia 108-65. The game without a history. Keravnos led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Etha's 28. They outrebounded Etha 42-25 including a 33-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Keravnos shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Etha's players. It was a good game for the former international point guard Filippos Tigkas (184-2002) who led his team to a victory with 18 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Zach Thomas (203-1996, college: Bucknell) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists for the winners. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) replied with 27 points (went 13 for 13 at the free throw line !!!) for Etha. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Keravnos (9-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Etha lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Etha will play next round against Apollon trying to get back on the winning streak. Keravnos will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked E.N. Paralimni on the road.
Omonia's fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after ten consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat E.N. Paralimni (2-9) 80-73. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian guard Cody John (190-1996, college: Weber St., agency: Helping Ballers) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Jordan Dallas who added 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 blocks (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Aaron Cook (188-1997, college: Georgia) with 25 points and 4 assists. Omonia maintains eleventh position with 1-10 record. E.N. Paralimni at the other side keeps the tenth place with nine games lost. Omonia will play against higher ranked AEK Larnaca (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. E.N. Paralimni will play against the league's leader Keravnos (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
The game in Nicosia was also quite interesting. Third ranked AEK Larnaca (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Anorthosis (5-5). AEK Larnaca defeated Anorthosis 81-70 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Anorthosis. The winners were led by Quentin Snider who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Even 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) by Pauly Paulicap did not help to save the game for Anorthosis. AEK Larnaca have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 8-3 record behind leader Keravnos. Loser Anorthosis dropped to the sixth place with five games lost. AEK Larnaca will meet at home bottom-ranked Omonia (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Anorthosis will play against AEL (#4) in Limassol and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 12: AEL was smashed by APOP on the road 82-54. Apollon won against Achilleas K. on its own court 83-70. Apollon was outscored by Keravnos in Nicosia 84-63.
The most impressive performance of 12th round was 26 points by Remy Abell of Keravnos.

Anorthosis - AEK Larnaca 70-81

The game in Nicosia was also quite interesting. Third ranked AEK Larnaca (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Anorthosis (5-5). AEK Larnaca defeated Anorthosis 81-70 on Tuesday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Anorthosis. The game was mostly controlled by AEK Larnaca. Anorthosis managed to win third quarter 21-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. AEK Larnaca forced 19 Anorthosis turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by American guard Quentin Snider (188-1995, college: Louisville, agency: GoEmpire Group) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists and the other American import power forward Brison Gresham (203-1998, college: Texas Southern) supported him with 14 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four AEK Larnaca players scored in double figures. Even 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) by American forward Pauly Paulicap (203-1997, college: WVU) did not help to save the game for Anorthosis. International guard Zayd Muosa (199-2003, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. AEK Larnaca have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 8-3 record behind leader Keravnos. Loser Anorthosis dropped to the sixth place with five games lost. AEK Larnaca will meet at home bottom-ranked Omonia (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Anorthosis will play against AEL (#4) in Limassol and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
AEK Larnaca: Q.Snider 20+5reb+10ast, B.Gresham 14+11reb+2ast, D.Strong-Moore 14+3reb+2ast, S.Manolopoulos 11+2reb, J.Hunt 9+3reb+1ast, A.Sizopoulos 6+3reb+1ast
Anorthosis: P.Paulicap 24+9reb+1ast, D.Sanadze 15+5reb, M.Zayd 13+5reb+8ast, L.Bradley 9+5reb, A.Wade 6+3reb+3ast, R.Eleftheriou 2+7reb+3ast

Omonia - E.N. Paralimni 80-73

Omonia's fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after ten consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat E.N. Paralimni (2-9) 80-73. It looked good early as E.N. Paralimni took a 1-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Omonia had a 25-17 second period charge getting the lead and E.N. Paralimni was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 73-80. Omonia brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of Canadian guard Cody John (190-1996, college: Weber St., agency: Helping Ballers) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and American power forward Jordan Dallas (208-1997, college: Seattle) who added 18 points, 12 rebounds and 6 blocks (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Dallas is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Omonia players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Aaron Cook (188-1997, college: Georgia) with 25 points and 4 assists and American-Nigerian forward Stephen Ugochukwu (201-1996, college: McNeese St.) scored 8 points and 11 rebounds. Omonia maintains eleventh position with 1-10 record. E.N. Paralimni at the other side keeps the tenth place with nine games lost. Omonia will play against higher ranked AEK Larnaca (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. E.N. Paralimni will play against the league's leader Keravnos (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Omonia: C.John 21+5reb+4ast, J.Dallas 18+12reb, M.Mythillos 13+3reb+6ast, R.Burrell 12+4reb+1ast, C.Pilakoutas 11+5reb+3ast, E.Harden 3+2reb+3ast
E.N. Paralimni: A.Cook 25+3reb+4ast, B.McKissic 13+3reb+4ast, S.Ugochukwu 8+11reb+1ast, K.Marios 8+1reb, I.Edward Kinard 7+2reb+1ast, V.Charalambous 6+1reb

Keravnos - Etha 108-65

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Keravnos as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Keravnos smashed 7th ranked Etha in Nicosia 108-65. The game without a history. Keravnos led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Etha's 28. They outrebounded Etha 42-25 including a 33-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Keravnos shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Etha's players. It was a good game for the former international point guard Filippos Tigkas (184-2002) who led his team to a victory with 18 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Zach Thomas (203-1996, college: Bucknell) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists for the winners. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) replied with 27 points (went 13 for 13 at the free throw line !!!) and his fellow American import forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) added 16 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Etha. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Keravnos (9-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Etha lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Etha will play next round against Apollon trying to get back on the winning streak. Keravnos will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked E.N. Paralimni on the road.
Top scorers:
Keravnos: F.Tigkas 18+5reb+2ast, S.Michail 18+2reb+2ast, Z.Thomas 15+3reb+5ast, P.Markou 10+1reb+4ast, O.Mishula 9+3reb+3ast, K.Maragkos 9+7reb
Etha: M.Curry 27+2reb+2ast, J.Key 16+12reb+1ast, M.Dixon 12+4reb+3ast, M.Akec 2+1reb, K.Georgios 2+2reb, M.Andreas 2+1reb+1ast

APOP - AEL 82-54

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked APOP (3-7) crushed higher ranked AEL (7-4) in Paphou 82-54 on Wednesday. The hosts trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 15-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 82-54. APOP dominated on the defensive end, holding AEL to just 7 points in second quarter. APOP had a 38-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when APOP made 9 blocks. American players dominated the game. The winners were led by guard JaQualyn Gilbreath (188-1998, college: TWU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists and Jeremy McLaughlin (203-1995, college: Catawba) supported him with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. Even 28 points and 9 rebounds by point guard Brandon Averette (180-1997, college: BYU) did not help to save the game for AEL. Guard Courtney Pigram (185-1985, college: ETSU, agency: Interperformances) added 12 points and 7 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. APOP maintains ninth position with 3-7 record. Loser AEL keeps the fourth place with four games lost. APOP will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. AEL will play against Anorthosis (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
APOP: J.Gilbreath 23+9reb+10ast, J.McLaughlin 20+9reb+2ast, J.Seegars 12+12reb+3ast, K.Kostas 9+2reb, S.Antoniades 9+1reb, A.Demetriou 7+9reb+3ast
AEL: B.Averette 28+9reb+2ast, C.Pigram 12+7reb+2ast, M.Georgiou 11+6reb+1ast, T.Stefanos 2+3reb+2ast, A.Alexandros 1+2reb+1ast, A.Panagiotis 0

Apollon - Achilleas K. 83-70

Rather expected game when 8th ranked Achilleas K. (4-7) lost to sixth ranked Apollon (6-5) in Limassol 70-83 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Apollon. Achilleas K. managed to win fourth quarter 20-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The winners were led by the former international point guard Stefanos Iliadis (185-1994, college: S.Florida) who scored that evening 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and British guard Teddy Okereafor (192-1992, college: Rider) supported him with 23 points and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 23 points and 16 rebounds by American Lenell Henry (203-1998, college: Alcorn St.) did not help to save the game for Achilleas K.. The former international forward Georgios Tretiakov (195-2000) added 10 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Achilleas K. players scored in double figures. Apollon moved-up to fifth place. Loser Achilleas K. keeps the eighth position with seven games lost. Apollon will meet Etha (#7) in the next round. Achilleas K. will play against the league's second-placed Apoel and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Apollon: T.Okereafor 23+4reb+4ast, S.Iliadis 22+7reb+6ast, T.Adway 12+5reb+2ast, Z.Waterman 9+6reb, C.Loizides 7+3reb+3ast, T.Simpson 6+2reb+2ast
Achilleas K.: L.Henry 23+16reb+2ast, J.Jean-Marie 16+7reb, D.Jean 15+7reb+2ast, T.Georgios 10+8reb+7ast, C.Christoudias 3+1ast, A.Chimonas 3+1reb+1ast

Round 10

Keravnos - Apollon 84-63

Rather predictable result when second ranked Keravnos (9-1) rolled over 6th ranked Apollon (6-5) in Nicosia 84-63 on Thursday. Keravnos looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by American guard Remy Abell (193-1992, college: Xavier) who scored that evening 26 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and the other American import forward Zach Thomas (203-1996, college: Bucknell) supported him with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Keravnos' coach Michalis Kakiouzis felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points by British guard Teddy Okereafor (192-1992, college: Rider) did not help to save the game for Apollon. The former international point guard Stefanos Iliadis (185-1994, college: S.Florida) added 6 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Keravnos have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Apollon dropped to the fifth place with five games lost. Keravnos will meet E.N. Paralimni (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Apollon will play against Etha (#7) in Nicosia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Keravnos: R.Abell 26+3reb+3ast, O.Krubally 13+9reb, N.Stylianou 11+3reb+3ast, F.Tigkas 10+1reb+3ast, Z.Thomas 9+7reb+6ast, S.Michail 8+2reb+6ast
Apollon: T.Okereafor 16+3reb+2ast, T.Simpson 12+3reb+4ast, G.Pantouris 9+3reb, D.Abram 8+8reb+1ast, T.Adway 7+2reb+1ast, S.Iliadis 6+5reb+8ast

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Stats Leaders - NBL

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

PJ PIPES

USK Praha
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 19.7

19.7

18.6

18.6

17.9

17.8

1Liga Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

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Dalibor VLK

USK Praha B
(200-F-2002)
Avg: 24.0

24.0

21.4

20.9

20.6

18.9

NBL Round 16: Nymburk lose to Kolin - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Kolin between third ranked Nymburk (10-6) and fifth ranked Kolin (9-6) on Wednesday night. Nymburk was defeated by Kolin in a tough game on the road 69-77. 28 personal fouls committed by Nymburk helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Slovakian forward Jakub Petras (209-1994, college: Stony Brook, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 7 rebounds. Lithuanian forward Dziugas Slavinskas (203-1998) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Petr Benda (203-1982) replied with 18 points and 6 rebounds for Nymburk. Nymburk's coach Ladislav Sokolovsky rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kolin moved-up to fourth place. Nymburk lost third consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the third position with six games lost. Kolin are looking forward to face Pardubice (#5) at home in the next round. Nymburk will play against Slavia and is hoping to win this game.
An interesting game for Brno (13-3) which hosted in Brno 4th ranked Pardubice (9-7). First ranked Brno had an easy win 80-65. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and Richard Balint who added 20 points and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international swingman Petr Safarcik (193-1994) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-3 record. Pardubice at the other side dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Brno will play against bottom-ranked Olomoucko (#12) in Prostejov in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Pardubice will play on the road against Kolin (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Ostrava was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Opava (8-8) played at the court of eighth ranked NH Ostrava (8-8). NH Ostrava defeated Opava 77-66 on Wednesday. The winners were led by Matej Majercak who scored that evening 21 points and 7 assists. NH Ostrava's coach Adam Choleva used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 17 points and 8 rebounds by Jakub Mokran did not help to save the game for Opava. NH Ostrava moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Usti n/Labem and Opava. NH Ostrava will meet Usti n/Labem (#7) in the next round. Opava will play against USK Praha and hope to secure a win.

Other games in round 16 were not that significant. Bottom-ranked Olomoucko was smashed by USK Praha on the road 84-62. Hradec Kralove was destroyed by Usti n/Labem on its own court 68-92. Decin managed to outperform Slavia in a road game 80-70.

Brno - Pardubice 80-65

An interesting game for Brno (13-3) which hosted in Brno 4th ranked Pardubice (9-7). First ranked Brno had an easy win 80-65. Brno players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Pardubice's players. Pardubice was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Viktor Pulpan (191-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international point guard Richard Balint (192-1996) who added 20 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four Brno players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international swingman Petr Safarcik (193-1994) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international point guard Tomas Vyoral (192-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 13 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-3 record. Pardubice at the other side dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Brno will play against bottom-ranked Olomoucko (#12) in Prostejov in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Pardubice will play on the road against Kolin (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pardubice: T.Vyoral 13+4reb+2ast, P.Safarcik 12+8reb+6ast, J.Sterba 8+5reb, M.Svoboda 7+1reb, M.Colak 7+3reb, R.Rikic 6+8reb+1ast
Brno: B.Richard 20+3reb+7ast, V.Pulpan 16+9reb+7ast, D.Djuricic 15+5reb+4ast, K.Chatman 13+4reb+2ast, S.Pursl 5+3reb+1ast, K.Petr 3+1ast

USK Praha - Olomoucko 84-62

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked USK Praha (6-7) crushed at home bottom-ranked Olomoucko (3-12) 84-62 on Wednesday. USK Praha outrebounded Olomoucko 44-28 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by forward Dalibor Vlk (200-2002) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and the former international forward Ondrej Svec (196-2003) supported him with 13 points and 6 assists. Even 16 points by American guard Jonathan Williams (190-1995, college: Toledo) did not help to save the game for Olomoucko. Point guard Lukas Festr (186-1994) added 11 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. USK Praha maintains ninth position with 6-7 record. Olomoucko lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Hradec Kralove. USK Praha will meet higher ranked Opava (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Olomoucko will play against the league's leader Brno (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Olomoucko: J.Williams 16+4reb+1ast, L.Festr 11+3reb+2ast, S.Knezevic 8+5reb+2ast, D.Moten 8+1reb+1ast, D.Heinzl 5+6reb+1ast, M.Welsch 4+1reb
USK Praha: V.Dalibor 16+6reb+1ast, S.Ondrej 13+4reb+6ast, D.Bohm 12+6reb, F.Petruzela 8+4reb, P.Pipes 8+4reb+4ast, M.Okauru 8+5reb+5ast

NH Ostrava - Opava 77-66

The game in Ostrava was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Opava (8-8) played at the court of eighth ranked NH Ostrava (8-8). NH Ostrava defeated Opava 77-66 on Wednesday. The winners were led by Slovakian Matej Majercak (188-1999) who scored that evening 21 points and 7 assists and Bosnian Aleksandar Radukic (205-1991, agency: 011 Sports) supported him with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four NH Ostrava players scored in double figures. NH Ostrava's coach Adam Choleva used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 17 points and 8 rebounds by Slovakian power forward Jakub Mokran (200-1999) did not help to save the game for Opava. Forward Jan Svandrlik (200-1994, college: Iona, agency: Octagon Europe) added 17 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. NH Ostrava moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Usti n/Labem and Opava. NH Ostrava will meet Usti n/Labem (#7) in the next round. Opava will play against USK Praha and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Opava: J.Svandrlik 17+6reb, J.Mokran 17+8reb+1ast, M.Kvapil 9+6reb, J.Sirina 7+6reb+8ast, M.Jan 6+6reb, J.Slavik 5+4reb+3ast
NH Ostrava: M.Majercak 21+1reb+7ast, S.Mathon 18+7reb+1ast, A.Radukic 16+10reb+2ast, M.Morgan 10+7reb, O.Belikov 8+6reb+3ast, F.Smid 4+1reb

Hradec Kralove - Usti n/Labem 68-92

Rather expected game when 11th ranked Hradec Kralove (3-12) was smashed at home by eighth ranked Usti n/Labem (8-8) 92-68 on Wednesday. The winners were led by American guard Tony Hicks (186-1994, college: Louisville, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who scored that evening 17 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists and Ladislav Pecka (197-1991) supported him with 17 points. Four Usti n/Labem players scored in double figures. Usti n/Labem's coach Jan Sotnar felt very confident that he used 11 players saving starting five for next games. Even 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists by American swingman Lamb Autrey (190-1989, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Hradec Kralove. Montenegrin center Maksim Sturanovic (210-1988, agency: 011 Sports) added 8 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Usti n/Labem have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with NH Ostrava and Opava. Loser Hradec Kralove keeps the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with Olomoucko. Usti n/Labem will meet at home NH Ostrava (#6) in the next round. Hradec Kralove will play against the league's second-placed Decin (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hradec Kralove: L.Autrey 19+9reb+6ast, A.Goga 10+1reb, V.Vondra 8+1reb+1ast, M.Sturanovic 8+8reb+1ast, D.Skranc 6+4reb+5ast, D.Tomas 5+1reb
Usti n/Labem: K.Martin 17+3reb+1ast, L.Pecka 17+4reb+1ast, T.Hicks 17+5reb+9ast, S.Svejcar 13+2reb+2ast, D.Johnson 7+4reb+1ast, J.Karlovsky 7

Slavia - Decin 70-80

Very predictable result when second ranked Decin (12-4) won against 10th ranked Slavia (4-12) in Praha 80-70 on Wednesday. The winners were led by American point guard AJ Walton (184-1990, college: Baylor) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 9 assists and forward Matej Svoboda (200-1996, college: Dayton) supported him with 23 points and 11 rebounds. Even 16 points and 8 rebounds by forward David Jelinek (204-1997, college: Northwood) did not help to save the game for Slavia. American point guard Adam Dworsky (180-1998, college: SE Oklahoma) added 11 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Decin have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 12-4 record behind leader Brno. Newly promoted Slavia keeps the tenth place with 12 games lost. Decin will meet at home Hradec Kralove (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Slavia will play against Nymburk and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Slavia: D.Jelinek 16+8reb+1ast, K.Martin 11+3reb, A.Dworsky 11+6reb+2ast, R.Rozanek 11+5reb, P.Pumprla 7+4reb+3ast, J.Palenik 6+5reb
Decin: M.Svoboda 23+11reb, I.Josipovic 16+4reb, T.Nichols 15+4reb+4ast, A.Walton 14+15reb+9ast, F.Kroutil 5+1reb+1ast, M.Mach 5+1reb

Kolin - Nymburk 77-69

The most important game in the last round took place in Kolin between third ranked Nymburk (10-6) and fifth ranked Kolin (9-6) on Wednesday night. Nymburk was defeated by Kolin in a tough game on the road 69-77. 28 personal fouls committed by Nymburk helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Slovakian forward Jakub Petras (209-1994, college: Stony Brook, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 7 rebounds. Lithuanian forward Dziugas Slavinskas (203-1998) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four Kolin players scored in double figures. The former international center Petr Benda (203-1982) replied with 18 points and 6 rebounds and American swingman Eric Lockett (196-1995, college: NC State) added 8 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Nymburk. Nymburk's coach Ladislav Sokolovsky rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kolin moved-up to fourth place. Nymburk lost third consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the third position with six games lost. Kolin are looking forward to face Pardubice (#5) at home in the next round. Nymburk will play against Slavia and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Nymburk: P.Benda 18+6reb, L.Palyza 14+4reb+2ast, E.Lockett 8+10reb+3ast, M.Kriz 7+7reb+3ast, R.Frantisek 7+1ast, L.Kovar 7+5reb+1ast
Kolin: J.Petras 20+7reb+2ast, O.Siska 16+2reb+2ast, D.Slavinskas 15+8reb, M.Mares 10+6reb+1ast, A.Ciz 7+4reb+7ast, N.Filip 5+1reb

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DENMARK

Stats Leaders - Basketligaen

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Chris LYKES

Horsens IC
(170-PG-1998)
Avg: 23.6

23.6

23.3

20.6

19.9

19.7

Noam Yaacov (ex ASVEL) joins H.Jerusalem - by Eurobasket News

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Immortals ink James Milton - by Ghassan Abousamra

Immortals-de-Cibao (LDC) added to their roster 30-year old American forward James Milton (204cm-100kg-1992, college: Stevenson) for season 2023. Milton is the second import player in the roster as Japanese Jun Iwasa signed here earlier.

He played last summer at Uprise in the United Cup. In four games he was league's second best scorer with impressive 20.3ppg and had 13.5rpg (leader !!!), 1.8apg, 1.5spg (in top 4) and 1.8bpg.

He is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Belize (Tigersharks and Western Ballaz), Mexico (Faraones and Guaycuras) and El Salvador (Marquense, Giants and San Salvador). Milton was voted to Belizean NEBL All-Star Game back in 2015 and 2016.

He won Belizean NEBL championship title in 2015.
Milton graduated from Stevenson University in 2013 and it will be his eleventh season as a professional player.

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EGYPT

Results of Round 1 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Following are the results of Round 1 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 that took place on 28-12-2022 and 30-12-2022

Places 1-8

30/12/2022 Al Ittihad x Al Ittisalat 71-54

30/12/2022 Al Ahly x Al Geish 74-61

30/12/2022 Al Gezira x Misr Insurance 74-65

30/12/2022 Zamalek x Somouha 74-65

Places 9-16

28/12/2022 Olympic x Sporting 75-84

28/12/2022 Ashab A. x Haia AQ 81-78

28/12/2022 Heliopolis x Al Zohour 63-56

28/12/2022 Desoq x El Tayaran 63-91

Results of Round 2 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Following are the results of Round 2 of Egyptian Super League 2022-2023 that took place on 1-1-2023 and 2-1-2023

Places 1-8

2/1/2023Somouha x Al Ittihad62-95

2/1/2023 Misr Insurance x Al Geish64-68

2/1/2023Al Ittisalat x Al Ahly57-65

2/1/2023Al Gezira x Zamalek78-85

Places 9-16

1/1/2023El Tayaran x Ashab A.84-74

1/1/2023Olympic x Al Zohour62-66

1/1/2023Haia AQ x Heliopolis69-71

1/1/2023Sporting x Desoq70-62

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ESTONIA

Estonian U18 National Team - by Eurobasket Center

Erik Makke

186-G-2005

Langhe Roero Italy

Tormi Metsla

190-G-2002

Pistoia

Fredrik Liiva

183-PG-2005

Ulikool//Estiko Estonia

Stefan Vaaks

191-SG-2005

Gerrit Lehe

198-SF-2005

Tuebingen 2 Germany

Herman Tamm

183-G-2005

Nord/Cramo Estonia

Simm-Marten Saadi

205-F-2005

G4S Noorteliiga Estonia

Edvard Herter

201-F-2005

G4S Noorteliiga Estonia

Birk Arop

208-PF-2005

Viimsi

Espen Magi

195-F-2005

G4S Noorteliiga Estonia

Andre Paidre

190-G-2005

Ulikool//Estiko Estonia

Gert Suvi

209-PG-2006

G4S Noorteliiga Estonia

Karmo Kilk

194-G/F-2005

Rapla

Artur Evestus

188-SG-2005

Tallinna Kalev Estonia

Kris Killing

Head Coach

TalTech

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EUROCUP

Learning When To Attack And When To Play Time Clock Management Are Ingredients That Could Help James Palmer Jr (JL Bourg Basket) Reach The Euroleague - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

James Palmer Jr. (196-G/F-1996, college: Nebraska) is a 26 year old 196cm forward from Washington DC playing his fourth professional season and first with JL Bourg Basket (France-Betclic ELITE ProA). Last season he played with Arged BM Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski (Poland-EBL) averaging 15.3ppg, 4.0rpg, 3.4apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 62.2%, 3PT: 41.7%, FT: 77.5%; and played 6 BCL games averaging 15.2ppg, 6.3rpg, 3.0apg, FGP: 41.5%, 3PT: 47.8%. He played his first 2 pro seasons with Agua Caliente Clippers of Ontario (NBA G League) averaging 19.1ppg, 4.1rpg, 2.8apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 51.3%, 3PT: 29.8%, FT: 77.5% and in his second season averaged 16.1ppg, 4.7rpg, 2.7apg, FGP: 45.3%, 3PT: 25.4%, FT: 78.3%. He began his basketball career with St. John's College High School and then played 2 seasons and 71 NCAA games with the University of Miami (NCAA) averaging 3.7ppg, 1.4rpg and 3.5ppg, 1.2rpg. He then finished at the University of Nebraska (NCAA) averaging 17.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 3.0apg, FGP: 51.3%, 3PT: 30.9%, FT: 73.8% as a junior and 19.7ppg, 4.2rpg, 3.0apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 40.1%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 76.2% as a senior. Before turning pro he played at the well known Portsmouth Invitational Tournament (Pre-NBA Draft) averaging 18.3ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.3apg, Steals-3 (2.0spg). He spoke recently to eurobasket before a Eurocup game against ratiopharm Ulm.

Thanks James for talking to eurobasket.com. Where are you at the moment and how is basketball life treating you?

my experience in Bourg is great. I'm thankful for this opportunity.

Your playing your second pro season overseas and first with JL Bourg Basket (France-Betclic ELITE ProA). You already played in Poland last year, but as a kid form Washington DC, what kind of an experience has it been experiencing the culture of old town Bourg? It has less than 3,000 people. Is it like a culture shock?

No it's not a culture shock at all. I'm able to adjust to just about anywhere so it's pretty cool being in a small town.

You played in the NCAA and then the G-League that is totally different basketball compared to Europe. You had a solid season in Poland and have heightened your game in France. How do you explain being able to be consistent since coming from the States?

Just trusting all the hard work I put into this game I think is the reason I'm able to stay consistent at a high level. Focus and being coachable is key.

Since your days in Nebraska you have not only been a scorer but a stat filler. How do you feel has your game grown the last 2 years since coming from the G-League?

In the last two years I think my game has grown tremendously. In the summer I work on weaknesses so that I don't have any weaknesses. Also keep my strengths sharp at the same time. Breaking down what I didn't and do during the past season has helped me grow a lot. Each year I aim to be great in all aspects.

On what area's of your game do you feel do you still need to work on to make the next step to the Euroleague? Possibly upping your assists more and three point percentage?

The areas of my game to make it to euroleague would be just reading the game and learning when to attack and when to play time clock management

Last season you played with BM Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski (Poland-EBL) averaging 15.3ppg, 4.0rpg, 3.4apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 62.2%, 3PT: 41.7%, FT: 77.5%; and in the BCL averaged 15.2ppg, 6.3rpg, 3.0apg, FGP: 41.5%, 3PT: 47.8%. What do you remember being your wake up call to being overseas where you knew that you were far away from home?

I can't really say I had a wake up call honestly at the end of the day I'm doing what I love.

What memories do you have from your first playoff series as a professional getting swept by Legia? You lost all 3 games by not more than 11 points combined?

My first playoff series didn't go as planned but it was learning experience.

In Poland you were teammates with ex NBA player Kobi Simmons. What kind of a relationship did you have with him? You must have had NBA stories to tell each other?

Yea Kobi is a great guy and teammate. Very fun to be around

After your NCAA career, you had a good NBA Summer League with Phoenix and then was in training camp with the Los Angeles Clippers. What memories do you have from that first breath of the NBA? What kind of feedback do you remember getting from the coaching staff about reaching the NBA?

My first years coming out of college were great I learned a lot from NBA veterans. Just how they go about everyday life on and off the court. Their work ethic and just realizing and taking it in all in

You played your first 2 pro seasons with the Agua Caliente Clippers of Ontario (NBA G League) averaging 19.1ppg, 4.1rpg, 2.8apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 51.3%, 3PT: 29.8%, FT: 77.5% and in your second season averaged 16.1ppg, 4.7rpg, 2.7apg, FGP: 45.3%, 3PT: 25.4%, FT: 78.3%. There are guys with lesser stats in the G-League that reached the NBA. How disappointing was not reaching the big show?

It wasn't really disappointing because you can't worry about anything else when it comes to things like that. Can't compare to the next man. Also I was hurt when I was in consideration to be called up so I just go with Gods plan and execute.

What memories do you have from your first G-League game where you exploded for 40 points in a 121-120 win over the Suns. There were countless NBA guys on the floor and you were the best on the court.

My first game ever game as a pro was definitely nerve wrecking but fun at the same time. It was a great game that went all the way down to the last few seconds. Definitely something I will not forget.

After 2 years in the G-League what was the best example for you that the NBA will always be a business first before anything else?

Yea the NBA is definitely a business just based off how they operate things there and what goes on behind closed doors.

Is the NBA still an option for you or are you concentrating 100% on a career overseas now?

The NBA will always be my dream but my head is where my feet are currently.

You began your NCAA career at Miami. In your first 2 seasons you never averaged more than 13 minutes and 3,0ppg. How disappointing was this time? What do you remember being the most challenging thing?

It was a little disappointing but I always stayed in the gym and always stayed positive through the ups and downs. I knew my time would come sooner or later.

You beat Duke twice in 2 different seasons. There aren't many guys that can say they did that. That Duke team your freshman season was crazy stocked with future NBA talent. Was that one of the best if not best team you played against in the NCAA?

Yea that Duke team was definitely one of the top teams I played in my college career.

You then finished at the University of Nebraska (NCAA) where you totally took off averaging 17.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 3.0apg, FGP: 51.3%, 3PT: 30.9%, FT: 73.8% as a senior averaging 19.7ppg, 4.2rpg, 3.0apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 40.1%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 76.2%. How do you feel did your game grow in those 2 years?

My game grew tremendously and my confidence is what ultimately took over in order for me to be successful. Great 2 years at Nebraska

How did head coach Tim Miles groom and prepare you best for a professional career?

He prepared me well because he wasn't afraid to coach me or light a fire under me. He knew that I was always able of giving just a little more. Also gave me the confidence so I love him for that.

Who won a 1-1 in practice you or Anton Gill?

I'm not sure if we actually played 1v1 against each other

Who was the toughest player that you faced in the NCAA that reached the NBA?

I faced a lot of guys that made the NBA. Miles Bridges, Jahlil Okafor, Grayson Allen, Carsen Edwards, just to name a few

Please name your 5 best teammates of all-time?

I had a lot of great teammates so it's hard to just point out a specific group of teammate that were my best

Please name your personal NBA Mount Rushmore?

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, lebron James

What is your personal opinion of the neverending debate of who is the greatest of all-time Jordan or Lebron?

I think Jordan is the greatest to ever touch a basketball honestly

Did you see the sequel to the classic Coming To America? Shouldn't they have left it alone?

Yes I seen it and I think it was a good movie just like the first one.

Thanks James for the chat.

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EUROLEAGUE

Anadolu Efes keep Singleton for another season - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Anadolu-Efes-Istanbul (BSL) re-signed 33-year old American 206cm power forward Chris Singleton (college: FSU). Singleton has played there for the last three seasons. He helped them to make it to the Turkish League final after they ended regular season as second best team. Singleton played 36 games in Euroleague where he averaged 3.9ppg and 2.8rpg last season. He contributed to his team winning the Euroleague championship.
In 2011 he was drafted by Washington Wizards (NBA) in first round (18th overall). Singleton graduated from Florida State University and it is his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.
He is a very experienced player. Singleton has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to seven different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in China (Jiangsu Dragons and Anhui Wenyi), Greece (Panathinaikos), Russia (Lokomotiv), Spain (Barca), USA, NBA (Indiana Pacers) and NBA G League (OKC Blue). Singleton was voted to ACC All-Defensive Team back in 2010 and 2011.

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FINLAND

Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Deshon TAYLOR

Kouvot
(188-G-1996)
Avg: 27.5

27.5

19.4

18.9

18.3

17.9

Finnish U18 National Team - by Eurobasket Center

Brunel Madzou

185-G-2005

HBA-Marsky Finland

Jelani Towa

193-SG-2006

HBA-Marsky Finland

Jonas Kaivos

191-G-2006

HBA-Marsky Finland

Jayme Kontuniemi

190-F-2005

Pantterit

Elmeri Abbey

178-G-2006

JyWe

Aaron Montonen

192-F-2005

Pyrinto Ak.A Finland

Abdullah Amzil

199-F-2005

Pantterit

Kalle Kuhalampi

199-C-2006

Nokia

Emil Hirvonen

206-C-2005

Pyrinto Ak.B Finland

Olavi Suutela

201-C-2006

HBA-Marsky Finland

Rasmus Lindberg

201-PF-2005

HBA-Marsky Finland

Kalle Koskinen

204-C-2006

HBA-Marsky Finland

Mikko Larkas

Head Coach

PuHu Juniorit Finland

Korisliiga Round 19: Top-ranked Kauhajoki wins another game - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Korisliiga top team - Kauhajoki (16-2) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Kotka (9-9) 111-89. The game was mostly controlled by Kauhajoki. Kotka managed to win second period 27-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kauhajoki shot the lights out from three sinking 23 long-distance shots on high 57.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Lee Skinner (198-1992, college: Wofford) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 6 rebounds. point guard Severi Kaukiainen (185-1998, agency: Blacktop Management) contributed with 13 points and 10 assists for the winners. Swingman Vili Nyman (198-1998) answered with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Kotka. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kauhajoki have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-2 record. Kotka at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Nokia. Kauhajoki will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kotka will play on the road against Pyrinto (#9) in Tampere and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
7th ranked Nokia (9-9) fell to tenth ranked Lahti (6-13) in overtime by four points 90-94. It was a great evening for the former international guard Arttu Saarijarvi (200-1996) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Devon Thomas helped adding 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American forward Malik Benlevi (198-1997, college: Georgia St., agency: Verus Management) responded with 25 points and 7 rebounds. Nokia's coach Greg Gibson rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lahti maintains tenth place with 6-13 record. Nokia at the other side dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Kotka. Lahti will play against higher ranked Kobrat (#8) in Lapua in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nokia will play on the road against Kataja in Joensuu and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Kobrat (9-10) and Honka (5-14), which took place in Espoo. 8th ranked Kobrat lost to eleventh ranked Honka in a road game 98-104 on Tuesday. It was an exceptional evening for Jahlil Tripp who led the winners and scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Honka's coach Aapo Heinonen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eric Adams came up with 20 points and 9 rebounds for Kobrat in the defeat. Newly promoted Honka maintains eleventh place with 5-14 record. Kobrat lost their eighth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Honka will meet at home higher ranked Kataja (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kobrat will play against Lahti (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 19 were not that significant. Pyrinto was smashed by Kouvot on the road 128-103. Kataja destroyed Korihait on its own court 94-59. Vilpas unfortunately lost to Seagulls in Helsinki 87-101.
The most impressive performance of 19th round was 19 points and 10 rebounds by Jeffrey Carroll of Seagulls.

Kouvot - Pyrinto 128-103

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Kouvot (10-7) crushed 9th ranked Pyrinto (7-11) in Kouvola 128-103 on Tuesday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 128-103. Kouvot made 26-of-29 free shots (89.7 percent) during the game. Kouvot outrebounded Pyrinto 42-21 including a 26-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 53.3 percentage. Kouvot looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American players dominated the game. It was an exceptional evening for guard Austin Butler (196, college: Charlotte) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Quan Jackson (193-1997, college: UAB) accounted for 30 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Guard LJ Thorpe (196-1999, college: UNC Asheville) came up with 26 points and guard Ike Smith (193-1997, college: Georgia South) added 22 points respectively for Pyrinto in the defeat. Five Kouvot and four Pyrinto players scored in double figures. Pyrinto's coach Miikka Sopanen gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the third consecutive win for Kouvot. They moved-up to fourth place. Pyrinto lost their third game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 11 games lost. Kouvot will meet league's second-placed Seagulls in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Pyrinto will play against Kotka (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kouvot: Q.Jackson 30+8reb+5ast, A.Butler 29+11reb+5ast, J.Meeks 19+6reb+7ast, D.Taylor 18+1reb+6ast, A.Korkiatupa 12+1reb, I.Toikkanen 10+10reb+2ast
Pyrinto: L.Thorpe 26+4reb+1ast, I.Smith 22+4reb+3ast, O.Heinonen 19+4reb+2ast, T.Birts 10+5reb+2ast, L.Kilpinen 9+4ast, J.Lawrence 7+3reb+3ast

Kotka - Kauhajoki 89-111

Korisliiga top team - Kauhajoki (16-2) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Kotka (9-9) 111-89. The game was mostly controlled by Kauhajoki. Kotka managed to win second period 27-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kauhajoki shot the lights out from three sinking 23 long-distance shots on high 57.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Lee Skinner (198-1992, college: Wofford) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Severi Kaukiainen (185-1998, agency: Blacktop Management) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 assists for the winners. Swingman Vili Nyman (198-1998) answered with 14 points and 7 rebounds and American point guard Brandon Sly (180-1996, college: ASU) added 16 points and 4 assists in the effort for Kotka. Five Kauhajoki and four Kotka players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kauhajoki have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-2 record. Kotka at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Nokia. Kauhajoki will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kotka will play on the road against Pyrinto (#9) in Tampere and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Kauhajoki: L.Skinner 22+6reb+2ast, H.Kantonen 17+3reb+3ast, S.Kaukiainen 13+4reb+10ast, C.Jones 13+3ast, J.Crockett 11+8reb+2ast, D.Dolenc 10+4reb+2ast
Kotka: B.Sly 16+4ast, V.Nyman 14+7reb+1ast, R.Brown 13+5reb+1ast, M.Ali 11+4reb+1ast, B.Tabb 8+2reb+2ast, J.Giles 8+5reb+1ast

Lahti - Nokia 94-90 OT

7th ranked Nokia (9-9) fell to tenth ranked Lahti (6-13) in overtime by four points 90-94. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Nokia won third quarter 22-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening, at least not yet. The game turned upside-down in the last quarter, where Nokia used huge pressure winning it 24-14 getting a tie at the end of regular time. They lost eventually overtime period 5-9. Lahti made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Lahti outrebounded Nokia 50-38 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international guard Arttu Saarijarvi (200-1996) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. American point guard Devon Thomas (183-1994, college: Texas Tech) helped adding 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side American forward Malik Benlevi (198-1997, college: Georgia St., agency: Verus Management) responded with 25 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import point guard Perrion Callandret (188-1995, college: Idaho) scored 15 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four Lahti and five Nokia players scored in double figures. Nokia's coach Greg Gibson rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lahti maintains tenth place with 6-13 record. Nokia at the other side dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Kotka. Lahti will play against higher ranked Kobrat (#8) in Lapua in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Nokia will play on the road against Kataja in Joensuu and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Lahti: A.Saarijarvi 21+10reb+3ast, D.Thomas 18+7reb+4ast, M.Ertel II 16+9reb, E.Sajantila 15+6reb+1ast, K.Gamble 11+6reb+2ast, C.Clarke 8+11reb+8ast
Nokia: M.Benlevi 25+7reb+1ast, A.Lehto 18+3reb+4ast, P.Callandret 15+7reb+7ast, J.Stove 14+1reb+2ast, A.Herndon 11+11reb+2ast, M.Laihonen 4+1reb

Kataja - Korihait 94-59

Very expected game when 12th ranked Korihait (4-15) was smashed by third ranked Kataja (12-7) in Joensuu 94-59 on Tuesday. The game was mostly controlled by Kataja. Korihait managed to win second period 18-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kataja dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Korihait's 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Korihait's players. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Galin Smith (206-1998, college: Maryland) who led the winners and scored 32 points and 6 rebounds (on 14-of-16 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson (198-1991, college: Temple) accounted for 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. Four Kataja players scored in double figures. Canadian forward Prince Oduro (203-1998, college: Detroit) came up with 6 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Canadian-Nigerian guard Grant Audu (196-1998, college: UBC, agency: Blacktop Management) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Korihait in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kataja maintains third place with 12-7 record having three points less than leader Kauhajoki. Loser Korihait stay at the bottom position with 15 games lost. Kataja will meet at home Nokia (#7) in the next round. Korihait will play against Pyrinto (#9) in Tampere and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kataja: G.Smith 32+6reb+2ast, R.Hollis-Jefferson 16+11reb+3ast, T.Hirvonen 13+3reb+5ast, L.Turner 13+5reb+5ast, T.Lommi 7+1reb, T.Exaucia 5+5reb+3ast
Korihait: T.Niemi 13+2ast, G.Audu 12+5reb, M.Aalto 8+7reb, Q.Cooper 6+1ast, P.Oduro 6+9reb+4ast, N.Stampley 5+7reb

Honka - Kobrat 104-98

Worth to mention about the upset in a game between Kobrat (9-10) and Honka (5-14), which took place in Espoo. 8th ranked Kobrat lost to eleventh ranked Honka in a road game 98-104 on Tuesday. The hosts trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 33-15 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Honka shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 51.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Jahlil Tripp (196-1997, college: Pacific, agency: Green Sports Management) who led the winners and scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international Tuukka Kotti (205-1981, college: Providence) accounted for 19 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Honka's coach Aapo Heinonen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Eric Adams (203-1995, college: Samford) came up with 20 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import swingman Denzel Livingston (193-1993, college: UIW) added 18 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Kobrat in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Newly promoted Honka maintains eleventh place with 5-14 record. Kobrat lost their eighth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Honka will meet at home higher ranked Kataja (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Kobrat will play against Lahti (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Honka: J.Tripp 25+9reb+5ast, M.Duvivier 23+1reb+4ast, T.Kotti 19+7reb+2ast, C.Lindbom 12+4reb+4ast, A.Lawson 11+4reb+6ast, K.Riku 6+2reb
Kobrat: E.Adams 20+9reb+2ast, D.Livingston 18+9reb+1ast, K.Jackson 17+4reb+5ast, J.Kilpinen 13+1reb+2ast, A.Nikkarinen 10+3reb+10ast, C.Chukwuma 9

Seagulls - Vilpas 101-87

Rather predictable result when second ranked Seagulls (14-5) won against 5th ranked Vilpas (10-9) in Helsinki 101-87 on Tuesday. The game was mostly controlled by Seagulls. Vilpas managed to win fourth quarter 17-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Seagulls looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. The former international guard Lassi Nikkarinen (187-1997, college: Montana St.) accounted for 16 points and 6 assists for the winning side. Seagulls' coach Jussi Laakso used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American Isaiah Crawley (201-1998, college: Georgia South) came up with 22 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and the other American import guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for Vilpas in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Seagulls. They maintain second place with 14-5 record having just one point less than leader Kauhajoki. Loser Vilpas keeps the fifth position with nine games lost. Seagulls will meet at home Kouvot (#4) in the next round. Vilpas will play against Kotka and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Seagulls: J.Carroll 19+10reb+2ast, A.Kanervo 17+1ast, L.Nikkarinen 16+4reb+6ast, R.Hall III 11+4reb+2ast, Z.Edosomwan 11+13reb, R.Rougeau 8+3reb+6ast
Vilpas: I.Crawley 22+7reb+1ast, J.Nenonen 17+5reb+1ast, Q.Goodin 16+3reb+4ast, J.Pipkins 13+2reb+2ast, P.Blomgren 8+3reb+7ast, R.Laine 5+6reb

Smith's 32-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old forward Galin Smith (206-F-1998) had a great game in the last round for Kataja and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19.
He had the game-high 32 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Kataja in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Korihait (#12, 4-15) with 35-point margin 94-59. Kataja maintains the 3rd position in Finnish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kataja will need more victories to improve their 12-7 record. Smith turned to be Kataja's top player in his first season with the team. University of Maryland graduate has very impressive stats this year. Smith is in league's top in points (5th best: 17.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 9.2rpg) and averages solid 68.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Austin Butler (196-G) of Kouvot. He is American guard in his first season at Kouvot. In the last game Butler recorded impressive double-double of 29 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Kouvot to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Pyrinto (#9, 7-11) 128-103. This victory allowed Kouvot to move up to 4th position in the standings. His team's 10-7 record is not bad at all. Butler is a newcomer at Kouvot and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.3ppg (#9). He also registered 9.2 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to another Kouvot's star - guard Quan Jackson (193-G-1997). Jackson got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds and five assists. He was another key player of Kouvot, helping his team with a 128-103 easy win against the lower-ranked Pyrinto (#9, 7-11). Kouvot needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 7 lost games. Jackson has a great season in Finland. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (6th best) and assists with 2.1apg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Eric Adams (203-C-1995) of Kobrat - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
5. John Meeks (198-F-1999) of Kouvot - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Jeffrey Carroll (198-G/F-1994) of Seagulls - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Jahlil Tripp (196-F-1997) of Honka - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Lee Skinner (198-F-1992) of Kauhajoki - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Isaiah Crawley (201-PF-1998) of Vilpas - 22 points and 7 rebounds
10. Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson (198-F-1991) of Kataja - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Apollon inks Zane Waterman, ex Seagulls - by Antonis Katsaros

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FRANCE

Dijon signs Matt Mobley, ex TNT Tropang - by Eurobasket News

Learning When To Attack And When To Play Time Clock Management Are Ingredients That Could Help James Palmer Jr (JL Bourg Basket) Reach The Euroleague - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

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GEORGIA

Batumi lands Jordan Session, ex Al Karkh - by Dimitri Chelidze

Basketball-Club-Batumi (Superleague) tabbed 27-year-old American 203cm big man Jordan Session (college: Georgia State). Session joined Batumi from Al Karkh in Iraqi Superleague. Last summer he played at Rayos de Hermosillo in Mexican CIBACOPA where in 42 games he had 9.5ppg and 6.0rpg. He helped them to make it to the Mexican CIBACOPA final.

Session has played on three different continents (Europe, Latin America, and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Denmark (Naestved), the United Kingdom, and Norway (Ammerud Bskt). Session's team won Sun Belt Tournament in 2015 and 2018.

Session graduated from Georgia State in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

Tbilisi State University tabs Djimon Henson - by Dimitri Chelidze

Tbilisi-State-University (Superleague) inked 24-year-old American 190cm guard Djimon Henson (college: Morehead State). He played last summer at Chicago Hoopville (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year (!!!). In only one TBT game he had 12 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals. The last season he played at Mega in Georgian Superleague where in 23 games he averaged an impressive 17.5ppg, 2.8rpg, 2.7apg, and 1.4spg. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Georgian League Honorable Mention. Henson also played 17 games in Caucasus Basketball League where he recorded very remarkable stats: 18.5ppg, 4.1rpg, 2.8apg, and 1.1spg. He helped them to win the Caucasus Basketball League championship. Good season as he was selected League Player of the Week.

Henson has played previously professionally in TBL (Atlanta E.).

He graduated from Morehead State in 2020 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.

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GERMANY

Stats Leaders - 1.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Eric WASHINGTON

Heid.
(183-PG-1993)
Avg: 20.2

20.2

19.9

18.5

18.3

18.2

Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Lovell CABBIL

Karlsruhe
(188-PG-1997)
Avg: 18.7

18.7

16.9

16.6

16.5

16.3

Learning When To Attack And When To Play Time Clock Management Are Ingredients That Could Help James Palmer Jr (JL Bourg Basket) Reach The Euroleague - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

ProA Round 15: #1 Rasta Vechta is defeated by Kirchheim Knights - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Rasta Vechta (13-2) on the court of twelfth ranked Kirchheim Knights on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by Kirchheim Knights 93-87. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rasta Vechta. 24 personal fouls committed by Rasta Vechta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for American center Tyrone Nash (203-1988, college: Notre Dame) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. His fellow American import point guard Richard Williams Jr (178-1987, college: SDSU) helped adding 16 points and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was Joschka Ferner (202-1996) with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kirchheim Knights have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Trier and Karlsruhe PS. Rasta Vechta at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Kirchheim Knights is looking forward to face Schwenningen (#17) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rasta Vechta will play against the league's second-placed Tigers (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Important game to mention about took place in Hagen. Eighth ranked Falcons (9-6) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 4th placed Phoenix Hagen (9-6) 90-88 in the game for the fourth place. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Rocky Kreuser (206-1999, college: NDSU) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Thomas Wilder accounted for 11 points and 7 assists. American guard Kyle Castlin (193-1996, college: Xavier) came up with 23 points for Phoenix Hagen in the defeat. Phoenix Hagen's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Falcons moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Phoenix Hagen. Falcons will play against Artland Dragons (#4) in Quakenbrueck in the next round. Phoenix Hagen will play on the road against Titans in Dresden and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Jena between Lions and Science City Jena. Twelfth ranked Lions (8-7) got a very close victory on the road over 11th ranked Science City Jena (7-8). Lions managed to escape with a 3-point win 85-82 on Wednesday evening. The best player for the winners was Lovell Cabbil who scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was Adam Pechacek who recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Lions moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Trier and Kirchheim. Science City Jena lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with eight games lost. Lions will meet at home Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (#13) in the next round. Science City Jena will play against Muenster and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Artland won against Bochum on the opponent's court 103-86. Bremerhaven unfortunately lost to Dresden in a home game 80-91. Trier managed to beat Schwenningen on the road 89-71. Bottom-ranked Leverkusen was defeated by Giessen on its own court 93-97. Paderborn beat Duesseldorf in a road game 83-75.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists by Marcus Anderson of Paderborn.

Bochum - Artland 86-103

Very expected game in Bochum where 16th ranked SparkassenStars (4-11) were defeated by seventh ranked Artland Dragons (9-6) 103-86 on Tuesday. Artland Dragons made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward DeVondre Perry (196-1999, college: Albany) who scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard William Christmas (196-1996, college: CPP) chipped in 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Artland Dragons players scored in double figures. Artland Dragons' coach Julien Patrick Flomo used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was center Hendrik Drescher (204-2000) who recorded 22 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and American guard TJ Crockett (185-1999, college: Lindenwood) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Artland Dragons moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser SparkassenStars dropped to the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Duesseldorf. Artland Dragons will meet Falcons (#7) in the next round. SparkassenStars will play against Uni Baskets (#8) in Paderborn and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bochum: H.Drescher 22+5reb+1ast, T.Crockett 18+5reb+3ast, C.Garrison 16+4reb+6ast, B.Andre 8+5reb, N.Geske 7+4reb+9ast, T.Alte 5+5reb+1ast
Artland: D.Perry 19+7reb+4ast, W.Christmas 17+8reb+4ast, D.Zdravevski 16+5reb, J.Bradley 14+6reb+3ast, J.Weitzel 12+7reb+4ast, J.Gruettner 10+3reb+3ast

Bremerhaven - Dresden 80-91

Very predictable result when third ranked Titans (10-5) defeated on the road 13th ranked Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (6-9) 91-80 on Tuesday. Titans forced 19 Eisbaeren Bremerhaven turnovers. The best player for the winners was Canadian Tanner Graham (200-1996, college: Queen's) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Daniel Kirchner (187-1997) chipped in 11 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was center Robert Oehle (209-1988) who recorded 19 points and 8 rebounds and Slovakian point guard Simon Krajcovic (188-1994, college: LMU) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Titans have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Titans maintains third place with 10-5 record having just three points less than leader Vechta. Loser Eisbaeren Bremerhaven keeps the thirteenth position with nine games lost. Titans will meet at home Phoenix Hagen (#6) in the next round. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven will play against Lions (#10) in Karlsruhe and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bremerhaven: R.Oehle 19+8reb+1ast, J.Reischel 13+6reb, S.Krajcovic 11+6reb+10ast, M.Freeman 10+5reb, A.Breitlauch 9+3reb, D.Norl 9+2reb+1ast
Dresden: T.Graham 25+10reb+1ast, G.Voigtmann 14+5reb+2ast, D.Kachelries 13+4reb+1ast, D.Kirchner 11+3reb+9ast, L.Schmikale 10+1ast, C.Adams 7+5reb+2ast

Schwenningen - Trier 71-89

Not a big story in a game when 17th ranked Schwenningen (3-12) was defeated at home by eleventh ranked Gladiators (8-7) 89-71 on Friday. Gladiators made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Gladiators outrebounded Schwenningen 36-21 including 22 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was center Till Isemann (209-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Marco Hollersbacher (202-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Four Gladiators players scored in double figures. Gladiators' coach Pascal Heinrichs used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American Delante Jones (194-1995, college: Seattle) who recorded 20 points and 4 assists and the other American import swingman Devonte McCall (198-1998, college: Post) added 12 points respectively. Gladiators have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Kirchheim and Karlsruhe PS. Schwenningen lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with 12 games lost. Gladiators will meet at home bottom-ranked Leverkusen (#18) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Schwenningen will play against Kirchheim Knights and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Schwenningen: D.Jones 20+3reb+4ast, D.McCall 12+4reb+1ast, M.Mboya Kotieno 8+2reb, B.Buck 7+1reb+2ast, J.Knauf 7+1reb, J.Mampuya 6+2reb
Trier: T.Isemann 20+11reb+2ast, P.Van Dyke 14+1reb+1ast, M.Hollersbacher 12+11reb+2ast, D.Painter 11+3reb, D.Monteroso 9+1reb+2ast, T.Daniels 6+2reb+2ast

Kirchheim - Vechta 93-87

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Rasta Vechta (13-2) on the court of twelfth ranked Kirchheim Knights on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by Kirchheim Knights 93-87. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Rasta Vechta. 24 personal fouls committed by Rasta Vechta helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for American center Tyrone Nash (203-1988, college: Notre Dame) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. His fellow American import point guard Richard Williams Jr (178-1987, college: SDSU) helped adding 16 points and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was Joschka Ferner (202-1996) with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Ryan Schwieger (198-1999, college: Loyola, IL) scored 16 points. Five Kirchheim Knights and four Rasta Vechta players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kirchheim Knights have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Trier and Karlsruhe PS. Rasta Vechta at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Kirchheim Knights is looking forward to face Schwenningen (#17) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rasta Vechta will play against the league's second-placed Tigers (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Vechta: J.Ferner 19+5reb+6ast, R.Schwieger 16+3reb+2ast, J.Wolf 12+5reb, A.Jones 12+3reb, R.Lodders 10+9reb+1ast, T.Agee 9+6reb+5ast
Kirchheim: M.Flowers 22+1reb+3ast, R.Williams Jr. 16+4reb+7ast, A.Pickett 14+8reb+1ast, T.Nash 13+16reb+4ast, J.Henry-McCalla 12+5reb+1ast, J.Niedermanner 11+6reb+1ast

Leverkusen - Giessen 93-97

Everything went according to plan when eighth ranked 46ers (9-6) beat on the road bottom-ranked Leverkusen (2-13) 97-93 on Wednesday. 46ers made 28-of-35 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Leverkusen turnovers and had a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American point guard Jordan Barnes (178-1997, college: Indiana St.) who scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Serbian forward Stefan Fundic (200-1994, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and Canadian guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) added 18 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Leverkusen's coach Hans-Juergen Gnad tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. 46ers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Leverkusen lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. 46ers will meet at home Duesseldorf (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Leverkusen will play against Gladiators in Trier and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Leverkusen: N.Hornsby 20+10reb+7ast, K.Gray 18+9reb+2ast, H.Hujic 17+1reb+4ast, R.Drijencic 12+3reb+2ast, D.Kovacevic 8, M.Jostmann 6+1reb+1ast
Giessen: J.Barnes 24+5reb+6ast, S.Fundic 22+11reb, J.Martin 17+7reb+2ast, N.Brauner 12+3reb+3ast, R.Nyama 9+5reb+1ast, L.Figge 7+2reb

Hagen - Nuernberg 88-90

Important game to mention about took place in Hagen. Eighth ranked Falcons (9-6) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 4th placed Phoenix Hagen (9-6) 90-88 in the game for the fourth place. Falcons players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Phoenix Hagen was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Rocky Kreuser (206-1999, college: NDSU) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Thomas Wilder (190-1995, college: W.Michigan) accounted for 11 points and 7 assists for the winning side. American guard Kyle Castlin (193-1996, college: Xavier) came up with 23 points and point guard Bjarne Kraushaar (190-1999) added 13 points and 7 assists respectively for Phoenix Hagen in the defeat. Five Falcons and four Phoenix Hagen players scored in double figures. Phoenix Hagen's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Falcons moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Phoenix Hagen. Falcons will play against Artland Dragons (#4) in Quakenbrueck in the next round. Phoenix Hagen will play on the road against Titans in Dresden and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hagen: K.Castlin 23+3reb+2ast, M.Kessen 16+6reb+1ast, J.Mann 13+6reb+1ast, B.Kraushaar 13+3reb+7ast, B.Lorenz 12+4reb, G.Murphy 5+6reb+5ast
Nuernberg: R.Kreuser 22+6reb+3ast, M.Krimmer 14+5reb+1ast, F.Gille 12+6reb, S.Schroeder 11+2reb+2ast, T.Wilder 11+4reb+7ast, F.Christian 9+5ast

Jena - Karlsruhe PS 82-85

A very close game took place in Jena between Lions and Science City Jena. Twelfth ranked Lions (8-7) got a very close victory on the road over 11th ranked Science City Jena (7-8). Lions managed to escape with a 3-point win 85-82 on Wednesday evening. The best player for the winners was American point guard Lovell Cabbil (188-1997, college: Liberty) who scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Center Maurice Pluskota (209-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds. Cabbil is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was Czech center Adam Pechacek (207-1995) who recorded 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Stephan Haukohl (203-1993, agency: LUMANI 10.7) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Lions moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Trier and Kirchheim. Science City Jena lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with eight games lost. Lions will meet at home Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (#13) in the next round. Science City Jena will play against Muenster and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jena: C.Guyton 18+2reb+5ast, S.Haukohl 17+9reb+2ast, A.Pechacek 16+8reb+6ast, B.Thomas 14+7reb+4ast, S.Murphy 10+3reb+4ast, B.Rohwer 3+3reb+1ast
Karlsruhe PS: M.Pluskota 18+9reb+1ast, D.Bajo 17+9reb+2ast, L.Cabbil 16+7reb+9ast, B.Kone 16+2reb+1ast, L.Cugini 11+3reb+2ast, I.Karacic 5+3reb+1ast

Duesseldorf - Paderborn 75-83

There was no surprise when 15th ranked Duesseldorf (4-11) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Uni Baskets (9-6) 83-75 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was American point guard Buzz Anthony (180-1998, college: RMC) who scored 20 points and 5 assists. Canadian guard Marcus Anderson (191-1997, college: Carleton) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Uni Baskets' coach Steven Esterkamp used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tray Hollowell (190-1998, college: Morehead St., agency: Players Group) who recorded 21 points and the other American import guard Booker Coplin (191-1997, college: Augsburg) added 14 points and 6 assists respectively. Uni Baskets have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Duesseldorf lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Bochum. Uni Baskets will meet at home SparkassenStars (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Duesseldorf will play against 46ers in Giessen and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Duesseldorf: T.Hollowell 21+3reb+3ast, B.Coplin 14+4reb+6ast, R.Richmond 11+4reb+4ast, C.Rollins 7+4reb, V.Friederici 7+2reb+1ast, L.Boner 6+12reb+1ast
Paderborn: B.Anthony 20+1reb+5ast, M.Linssen 16+5reb, M.Anderson 10+8reb+6ast, T.Jocelyn 7+2reb+1ast, J.Fleming 7+3reb+2ast, J.Grossmann 6+5reb

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GREECE

Marcus Denmon claims Greek GBL weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Marcus Denmon (191-G-1990, agency: BeoBasket) had a very impressive game in the last round for Peristeri and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 10.
The 32-year old guard had the game-high 25 points adding three rebounds and five assists for Peristeri in his team's victory, helping them to crush Promitheas (#8, 4-6) with 20-point margin 88-68. Peristeri maintains the 3rd position in Greek GBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Peristeri will need more victories to improve their 7-3 record. In the team's last game Denmon had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Peristeri's top player in his first season with the team. University of Missouri graduate has very impressive stats this year. Denmon is in league's top in points (2nd best: 19.7ppg) and averages solid 53.8% FGP and 52.3% from behind 3-point line.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was another Peristeri's star - young Croatian center Miro Bilan (213-C-1989, agency: BeoBasket). Bilan impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Peristeri lost that game 82-88 to the lower-ranked Kolossos HH (#7, 5-5). Peristeri managed to keep the same 3rd spot in the standings. His team's 7-3 record is not bad at all. Bilan is a newcomer at Peristeri and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was international center Loukas Mavrokefalidis (207-C-1984) of Ionikos (#11). Mavrokefalidis scored 21 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Mavrokefalidis' great performance Ionikos lost 63-95 to Lavrio (2-8). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Ionikos can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 2-8 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Mavrokefalidis has a very solid season. In 10 games in Greece he scored 21.3ppg. He also has 7.8rpg, FGP: 51.0% and 3PT: 43.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Savion Flagg (201-G/F-1999) of Lavrio - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Dimitris Katsivelis (195-G-1991) of Kolossos HH - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Anthony Cowan Jr. (183-PG-1997) of Promitheas - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists
7. Kenny Williams III (193-G-1996) of AEK - 16 points and 6 rebounds
8. Jalen Riley (184-PG-1993) of PAOK - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Sylvain Francisco (185-PG-1997) of Peristeri - 13 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists
10. Michael Dixon (186-G-1990) of Kolossos HH - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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HIGH SCHOOLS

Three-Star SG Brandin Cummings Commits to Pitt Basketball - by Eurobasket News

The morning after he notched the biggest win of his time as head coach of the Pitt Panthers - a 68-65 upset of No. 11 Virginia at the Petersen Events Center - Jeff Capel landed another win on the recruiting trail. Capel and Pitt landed a commitment from 2024 three-star Brandin Cummings, a 6'3, 180-pound shooting guard and the brother of the Panthers' starting point guard, Nelly Cummings. Joe Tipton from On3 reported the news first. Cummings, currently a junior at Lincoln Park Performing Arts, picked up his offer from Pitt last March. He also Duquesne, Creighton and South Carolina. Maryland, Penn State, Oregon, Texas and UCLA all showed interest, but did not extend offers, according to 247Sports. He is the first player to commit to the Panthers' 2024 recruiting class. They will bring in a class next season that ranks 24th nationally in 247Sports' national team rankings.
Courtesy of: si.com

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INDIA

Chennai Heat and Bengaluru Kings open INBL 2023 with wins - by Eurobasket News

Chennai Heat and Bengaluru Kings open INBL 2023 with wins. Bengaluru Kings beat Mumbai Titans 84-83 in a thriller. Chennai Heat meanwhile edged Chandigarh Warriors 93-70.
Last night Chandigarh Warriors overcame Kochi Tigers 95-78 as they fully dominated the game. Mumbai Titans outscored Delhi Dribblers 74:59.

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INDONESIA

Zamboanga wins ABL debut vs. Surabaya - by Eurobasket News

Zamboanga made a successful ASEAN Basketball League (ABL) debut on Tuesday night with a 108-94 win against Louvre Surabaya on the second night of the ABL Invitational at the OCBC Arena in Singapore. Zamboanga turned the tides in the fourth quarter, outscoring Surabaya, 43-20, to overturn a 65-74 deficit at the end of the third quarter. Antonio Hester (198-F-1990, college: Mobile, AL), Terrafirma's import during the 2022 PBA Governors' Cup, led Zamboanga with 35 points on 15-of-26 shooting, 11 rebounds, three assists, and four steals. Jeremy Arthur added 21 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and five steals, while Ryan Smith (192-G-1992) chipped in 18 points, 16 rebounds, two assists, three blocks, and four steals off the bench as Zamboanga joins opening-night winners Hong Kong Eastern and host team Singapore Slingers at the top of the team standings. Marcus Hammonds (196-F/G-1987, college: TAMUCC), known locally as a former mainstay with the Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas 3x3 program, showed that he too can be dominant in the 5-on-5 game by leading Surabaya with 32 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Alioune Tew (206-C-1992, college: Niagara) added 24 points, 22 rebounds, two assists, two blocks, and four steals for Surabaya, which fell to a tie with NS Matrix Malaysia and Bangkok at the bottom.
Courtesy of: pna.gov.ph

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IRAQ

Batumi lands Jordan Session, ex Al Karkh - by Dimitri Chelidze

Session graduated from Georgia State in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

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ISRAEL

Loto League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tyler BEY

I.Ness Ziona
(201-F-1998)
Avg: 22.3

22.3

21.5

20.1

19.4

19.1

Stats Leaders - National League

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jason SIGGERS

M.Raanana
(194-G/F-1985)
Avg: 23.0

23.0

22.4

21.5

21.0

20.5

National League Round 13: E.Ashkelon lose to Hapoel Afula - by Eurobasket News

National League is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 13 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Afula where host H.Afula (10-3) edged league's leader E.Ashkelon (10-3) 79-76 on Tuesday evening. It was a key game for the top position in the league. H.Afula looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) fired 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (206-1989, college: S.Florida) chipped in 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Naturalized Polish guard Gal Gilinski (195-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) produced 8 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists for lost side. E.Ashkelon's coach Avi Sukar tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. H.Afula have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated E.Ashkelon. E.Ashkelon will play next round against M.Rehovot trying to make it back to the top of the standings. H.Afula will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked E.Netanya at home.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked E.Netanya (8-5) against eighth ranked M.Ramat Gan (7-6) on Tuesday night. Visiting E.Netanya was defeated by M.Ramat Gan in a tough game in Ramat Gan 72-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of E.Netanya. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American forward Elijah Hirsh (203-1997, college: Berry) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 8 rebounds. Sean Evans contributed with 9 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Canadian forward Ethan Butler (198-2002) answered with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for E.Netanya. E.Netanya's coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. M.Ramat Gan maintains eighth place with 7-6 record. E.Netanya at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. M.Ramat Gan will play against higher ranked I.Nahariya (#6) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. E.Netanya will play against the league's leader H.Afula having rather not much hope for a victory.
Bottom-ranked H.Hevel Modi'in (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 85-77 loss to twelfth ranked E.Shomron (4-9) in on Tuesday evening. Raijon Kelly stepped up and scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. E.Shomron's coach Dror Cohen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Michael Holyfield responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Newly promoted E.Shomron maintains twelfth place with 4-9 record. Loser H.Hevel Modi'in still closes the standings with 13 games lost. E.Shomron will meet higher ranked Maccabi Rishon (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. H.Hevel Modi'in will play against Ramat Hash. (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Other games of round 13 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Ramat Hash. was defeated by M.Haifa in a road game 105-103. M.Raanana beat H.Ramat Gan at home 87-85. M.Ma'ale Adum. was destroyed by M.Rehovot on the opponent's court 86-66. M.Rishon managed to outperform I.Nahariya in a home game 78-74. M.Haifa managed to beat H.Hevel Modi'in on the road 86-77.
The best stats of 13th round was 28 points and 9 rebounds by Admon Gilder of M.Haifa.

H.Afula - E.Ashkelon 79-76

The biggest surprise took place in Afula where host H.Afula (10-3) edged league's leader E.Ashkelon (10-3) 79-76 on Tuesday evening. It was a key game for the top position in the league. H.Afula looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American Jimmy Hall (203-1994, college: Kent St.) fired 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (206-1989, college: S.Florida) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Naturalized Polish guard Gal Gilinski (195-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) produced 8 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and American power forward Thomas Gipson (202-1993, college: Kansas St.) added 15 points (made all of his seven free throws) respectively for lost side. E.Ashkelon's coach Avi Sukar tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. H.Afula have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated E.Ashkelon. E.Ashkelon will play next round against M.Rehovot trying to make it back to the top of the standings. H.Afula will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked E.Netanya at home.
Top scorers:
E.Ashkelon: D.Tucker 15+2reb+1ast, T.Gipson 15+4reb+1ast, C.Rosenberg 11+2reb+1ast, B.Yanir 10+2reb+1ast, S.Harush 10+3reb+2ast, G.Gilinski 8+5reb+11ast
H.Afula: J.Hall 21+9reb+5ast, T.Fitzpatrick 19+10reb+4ast, L.Goldenberg 13+11reb+5ast, T.Asayag 8+2reb+4ast, R.Netzia 8+4reb+1ast, K.Zorno 7+2reb+5ast

M.Haifa - Ramat Hash. 105-103

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked M.Haifa and 11th ranked Ramat Hash. had identical 5-7 record. This time M.Haifa used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Ramat Hasharon 105-103 on Wednesday night. M.Haifa forced 19 Ramat Hash. turnovers. Strangely Ramat Hash. outrebounded M.Haifa 42-27 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American guard Admon Gilder (193-1995, college: Gonzaga) stepped up and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and point guard Danel Kozahinof (177-2001) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. At the losing side American point guard Diante Watkins (175-1990, college: RMU) responded with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import Tyler Wideman (203-1995, college: Butler) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ramat Hash.'s coach gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. M.Haifa (6-7) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with M.Rehovot. Loser Ramat Hash. keeps the eleventh position with eight games lost. M.Haifa will meet at home H.Ramat Gan (#13) in the next round. Ramat Hash. will play against H.Hevel Modi'in and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ramat Hash.: D.Watkins 28+9reb+6ast, T.Wideman 26+14reb+2ast, A.Ebo 24+6reb+5ast, G.Ferber 14+1reb, A.Bier-Katz 5+3reb+5ast, Y.Yam 4+3reb+4ast
M.Haifa: A.Gilder 22+8reb+6ast, O.Malka 21+3ast, T.Cohen 17+4reb+2ast, K.Danel 14+5reb+11ast, A.Shoutvin 10+3reb+1ast, D.Koperberg 9+3reb+3ast

M.Ramat Gan - E.Netanya 80-72

Very important is a road loss of third ranked E.Netanya (8-5) against eighth ranked M.Ramat Gan (7-6) on Tuesday night. Visiting E.Netanya was defeated by M.Ramat Gan in a tough game in Ramat Gan 72-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of E.Netanya. E.Netanya was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American forward Elijah Hirsh (203-1997, college: Berry) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 8 rebounds. American Sean Evans (203-1988, college: St.John's) contributed with 9 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Four M.Ramat Gan players scored in double figures. Naturalized Canadian forward Ethan Butler (198-2002) answered with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and American-Nigerian Al-Wajid Aminu (201-1998, college: UNF) added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 blocks in the effort for E.Netanya. E.Netanya's coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. M.Ramat Gan maintains eighth place with 7-6 record. E.Netanya at the other side dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. M.Ramat Gan will play against higher ranked I.Nahariya (#6) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. E.Netanya will play against the league's leader H.Afula having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
E.Netanya: A.Aminu 17+8reb+2ast, B.Ethan 16+5reb+7ast, J.Robinson 9+15reb+1ast, D.Sahar 9+3reb, S.Ilay 7+5reb+3ast, I.Ariel 5+1reb
M.Ramat Gan: E.Hirsh 22+8reb+2ast, K.Capers 16+4reb+5ast, H.Dadon 10+5reb+3ast, E.Alber 10+7reb+2ast, D.Rosenbaum 9+2reb+1ast, S.Evans 9+17reb+2ast

M.Raanana - H.Ramat Gan 87-85

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked M.Raanana (8-5) edged at home 13th ranked H.Ramat Gan (2-11) 87-85 on Friday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. M.Raanana looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Swingman Jason Siggers (194-1985, college: Albany, agency: Avi Zilberman) stepped up and scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and forward Jalen Canty (203-1995, college: UCSB, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four M.Raanana players scored in double figures. M.Raanana's coach Nir Kaplan used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side guard Stedmon Lemon (198-1992, college: JCSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists and Storm Warren (211-1988, college: LSU) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds. M.Raanana have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. H.Ramat Gan lost eleventh consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 11 games lost. M.Raanana will meet at home M.Ma'ale Adum. (#7) in the next round. H.Ramat Gan will play against M.Haifa (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
H.Ramat Gan: S.Warren 27+10reb+3ast, S.Lemon 25+6reb+11ast, T.Eliad 15+6reb+3ast, N.Gil 8+3reb+8ast, A.Shimoni 7+5reb+1ast, H.Omer 3+1ast
M.Raanana: J.Siggers 24+5reb+8ast, W.Workman 14+9reb+3ast, J.Canty 12+14reb, A.Sapir 11+1reb+3ast, A.Leder 10+3ast, B.Yuval 5+1reb

E.Shomron - H.Hevel Modi'in 85-77

Bottom-ranked H.Hevel Modi'in (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 85-77 loss to twelfth ranked E.Shomron (4-9) in on Tuesday evening. They made 24-of-28 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game, while H.Hevel Modi'in only scored eight points from the stripe. American guard Raijon Kelly (193-1993, college: Angelo St.) stepped up and scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and naturalized Polish center Ido Flaisher (208-1998, college: Hawaii) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. E.Shomron's coach Dror Cohen used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American center Michael Holyfield (211-1992, college: SHSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and the other American import point guard Keron DeShields (190-1992, college: Tennessee St.) scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Newly promoted E.Shomron maintains twelfth place with 4-9 record. Loser H.Hevel Modi'in still closes the standings with 13 games lost. E.Shomron will meet higher ranked Maccabi Rishon (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. H.Hevel Modi'in will play against Ramat Hash. (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
H.Hevel Modi'in: K.DeShields 24+5reb+6ast, M.Holyfield 23+13reb, S.Malkov 9+10reb+2ast, E.Mor-Yosef 8+2reb+1ast, N.Baloul 5, N.Ben Shemen 4+7reb
E.Shomron: R.Kelly 22+5reb+5ast, I.Flaisher 15+5reb, E.Shulman 13+3reb+3ast, D.Shelton 9+10reb+1ast, A.Amit 9+4reb+4ast, C.Ahrak 7+2reb

M.Rehovot - M.Ma'ale Adum. 86-66

There was an upset when higher ranked M.Ma'ale Adum. (8-5) was rolled over on the road by eleventh ranked M.Rehovot (6-7) 86-66 on Tuesday. M.Rehovot forced 22 M.Ma'ale Adum. turnovers. Shay Guy Guetta (-1995) stepped up and scored 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and American forward AlLonzo Coleman (203-1989, college: Presbyterian) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Canadian center Eddie Ekiyor (206-1997, college: Carleton) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and American forward Duane Johnson (201-1991, college: ESU) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. M.Rehovot moved-up to ninth place, which they share with M.Haifa. Loser M.Ma'ale Adum. dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. M.Rehovot will meet at home league's second-placed E.Ashkelon in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. M.Ma'ale Adum. will play against M.Raanana and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
M.Ma'ale Adum.: D.Johnson 13+6reb+4ast, I.Shabat 12+1reb+2ast, M.Ben 10+2reb+1ast, E.Ekiyor 10+11reb+3ast, J.Cohen 6+3reb, A.Noam 4+1reb
M.Rehovot: G.Shay Guy 23+8reb+2ast, B.Jackson 18+2reb+2ast, J.Freund 17+6reb, A.Coleman 13+8reb+4ast, Y.Holodov 6+1ast, I.Rejwan 4+2reb+1ast

M.Rishon - I.Nahariya 78-74

Everything could happen in Rishon Le-Zion at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Maccabi Rishon and 4th placed I.Nahariya had identical 8-4 record. This time Maccabi Rishon used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Nahariya 78-74 on Tuesday night. Maccabi Rishon made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Point guard Guy Palatin (192-2000) stepped up and scored 20 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals for the winners and power forward Jonatan Mor (204-1995) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side the former international point guard Yogev Ohayon (189-1987) responded with 15 points and 7 assists and American forward Dominez Burnett (196-1992, college: Davenport) scored 21 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. I.Nahariya's coach gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Maccabi Rishon (9-4) moved-up to third place. Loser I.Nahariya keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Maccabi Rishon will meet at home E.Shomron (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. I.Nahariya will play against M.Ramat Gan (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
I.Nahariya: D.Burnett 21+1reb+4ast, Y.Ohayon 15+4reb+7ast, O.Ben-Yakov 13+2reb+2ast, I.Eisendorf 11+7reb, R.White 6+3reb+2ast, O.Tal 3+1reb+1ast
M.Rishon: G.Palatin 20+8reb+7ast, I.Cousins 16+5reb+2ast, J.Mor 14+7reb+3ast, H.Halfon 13+4reb+1ast, I.Nesterenko 6+2reb, Y.Amiram 4+4reb

Round 12

H.Hevel Modi'in - M.Haifa 77-86

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked H.Hevel Modi'in (0-13) was defeated at home by tenth ranked M.Haifa (6-7) 86-77 on Friday. M.Haifa forced 22 H.Hevel Modi'in turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Admon Gilder (193-1995, college: Gonzaga) stepped up and scored 28 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and point guard Danel Kozahinof (177-2001) chipped in 12 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. At the losing side guard Shoham Gat (185-2002, agency: Avi Zilberman) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 assists and American center Michael Holyfield (211-1992, college: SHSU) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 6 blocks. Four H.Hevel Modi'in players scored in double figures. H.Hevel Modi'in's coach Yehu Orland gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. M.Haifa moved-up to ninth place, which they share with M.Rehovot. Loser H.Hevel Modi'in still closes the standings with 13 games lost. M.Haifa will meet at home H.Ramat Gan (#13) in the next round. H.Hevel Modi'in will play against Ramat Hash. and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
H.Hevel Modi'in: G.Shoham 20+4reb+11ast, M.Holyfield 18+13reb+2ast, K.DeShields 12+9reb+2ast, S.Malkov 12+6reb+1ast, E.Mor-Yosef 6+4reb+1ast, H.Omer 4+3reb
M.Haifa: A.Gilder 28+9reb+3ast, D.Sharp 12+2reb+1ast, K.Danel 12+2reb+7ast, O.Malka 10+2reb+8ast, E.Abaev 9+7reb, T.Cohen 8+4reb

Winner League Round 12: Hapoel Holon edge Hapoel Haifa by two points - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 12 in the Winner League took place in Haifa. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 6th ranked Hapoel Haifa (5-6) to fourth ranked Hapoel Holon (8-4) 83-81 on Wednesday evening. Hapoel Holon shot 25 for 35 from the free-throw line, while Hapoel Haifa only scored seven points from the stripe. 25 personal fouls committed by Hapoel Haifa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) who scored 24 points and 7 assists. American center Marvin Jones (213-1993, college: Texas Southern) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Anthony Hickey (180-1992, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 19 points and 9 assists. Hapoel Haifa's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hapoel Holon have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Hapoel Haifa at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Bnei Hertzeliya. Hapoel Holon are looking forward to face Bnei Hasharon (#7) in Hod Hasharon in the next round. Hapoel Haifa will play on the road against the league's leader Maccabi Tel-Aviv in Tel Aviv and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Hapoel Tel-Aviv (9-2) against ninth ranked Bnei Hasharon (5-6) on Saturday night. Visiting Hapoel Tel-Aviv was crushed by Bnei Hasharon in Hod Hasharon 110-82. It was a good game for American Maurice Kemp (203-1991, college: ECU) who led his team to a victory with 29 points and 9 rebounds. Andy Van Vliet contributed with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Xavier Munford (193-1992, college: URI) replied with 24 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Hapoel Tel-Aviv. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bnei Hasharon have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with H.Haifa. Hapoel Tel-Aviv at the other side keeps the second position with two games lost. Bnei Hasharon will play against higher ranked Hapoel Holon (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hapoel Tel-Aviv will play against Gilboa Galil in Gan Ner and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tel Aviv. Second ranked Hapoel Tel-Aviv faced 4th ranked Ironi Nes-Ziona. Host Hapoel Tel-Aviv (9-2) defeated guests from Nes Ziyona (7-5) 102-85. Worth to mention a great performance of Jordan McRae who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Shaq Buchanan with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hapoel Tel-Aviv maintains second position with 9-2 record behind leader M.Tel-Aviv. Ironi Nes-Ziona lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with H.Jerusalem. Hapoel Tel-Aviv will meet bottom-ranked Gilboa Galil (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ironi Nes-Ziona will play against Hapoel Eilat (#11) and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 12 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
H.Galil Elion defeated I.Ness Ziona in Kfar Blum 108-104. H.Holon beat H.Be'er Sheva at home 92-77. H.Eilat was destroyed by M.Tel-Aviv on the opponent's court 109-57. Bottom-ranked H.Gilboa Galil unfortunately lost to H.Jerusalem in a home game 71-77. M.Tel-Aviv rolled over H.Haifa on the road 80-59.

H.Haifa - H.Holon 81-83

The most exciting game of round 12 in the Winner League took place in Haifa. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of 6th ranked Hapoel Haifa (5-6) to fourth ranked Hapoel Holon (8-4) 83-81 on Wednesday evening. Hapoel Holon shot 25 for 35 from the free-throw line, while Hapoel Haifa only scored seven points from the stripe. 25 personal fouls committed by Hapoel Haifa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) who scored 24 points and 7 assists. American center Marvin Jones (213-1993, college: Texas Southern) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Anthony Hickey (180-1992, college: OK State, agency: Octagon Europe) who recorded 19 points and 9 assists and American-Kosovan Shawn Jones (203-1992, college: MTSU) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Four Hapoel Haifa players scored in double figures. Hapoel Haifa's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hapoel Holon have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Hapoel Haifa at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Bnei Hertzeliya. Hapoel Holon are looking forward to face Bnei Hasharon (#7) in Hod Hasharon in the next round. Hapoel Haifa will play on the road against the league's leader Maccabi Tel-Aviv in Tel Aviv and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
H.Holon: J.Ragland 24+3reb+7ast, M.Jones 19+6reb+1ast, E.Green 15+5reb+1ast, C.Johnson 9+4reb+1ast, J.DeLaurier 9+8reb+1ast, N.Misgav 7+4reb
H.Haifa: A.Hickey 19+4reb+9ast, S.Jones 14+9reb, K.Allen 14+1reb+6ast, A.Simhon 11+3reb+2ast, D.Upson 7+3reb+1ast, W.Rayman 7+2reb+1ast

I.Ness Ziona - H.Galil Elion 104-108

There was an upset in Nes Ziyona where higher ranked Ironi Nes-Ziona (7-5) was defeated by ninth ranked Galil Elion (5-7) 108-104 on Sunday. Galil Elion looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Nimrod Levi (208-1995) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and the former international point guard Roi Huber (188-1997) who added 23 points and 10 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Jerome Meyinsse (208-1988, college: Virginia) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks (perfect from the field making all nine shots !!!) and his fellow American import point guard DJ Cooper (183-1990, college: Ohio) scored 7 points and 20 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Galil Elion moved-up to eighth place, which they share with H.Be'er Sheva. Ironi Nes-Ziona lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with H.Jerusalem. Galil Elion will meet at home higher ranked Hapoel Jerusalem (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ironi Nes-Ziona will play against Hapoel Eilat and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
H.Galil Elion: B.Washington 23+4reb+3ast, R.Huber 23+2reb+10ast, N.Levi 22+11reb+3ast, M.Itay 16+3reb+3ast, A.Lotan 9+4reb+1ast, W.Langston 8+4reb
I.Ness Ziona: J.Meyinsse 21+10reb+2ast, R.Harrell Jr. 20+9reb, T.Bey 18+5reb, S.Buchanan 16+4reb+5ast, G.Gutt 12+4reb+2ast, R.Adam 10+2reb

H.Holon - H.Be'er Sheva 92-77

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Hapoel Holon (8-4) defeated at home 7th ranked Hapoel Beer Sheva (5-7) 92-77 on Sunday. Hapoel Holon made 20-of-21 free shots (95.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American Hayden Dalton (204-1996, college: Wyoming, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 8 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) who added 21 points and 11 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) during the contest. Hapoel Holon's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American-Nigerian guard David Efianayi (188-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) with 17 points and 5 assists and American Greg Whittington (203-1993, college: Georgetown) scored 13 points and 9 rebounds. Four Hapoel Beer Sheva players scored in double figures. Hapoel Holon have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place. Loser Hapoel Beer Sheva dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with H.Galil Elion. Hapoel Holon will meet Bnei Hasharon (#7) in the next round. Hapoel Beer Sheva will play against E.Kiryat Ata and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
H.Holon: H.Dalton 25+8reb+1ast, J.Ragland 21+1reb+11ast, C.Harris 16+3reb+3ast, J.DeLaurier 8+8reb+2ast, S.Dawson 6+3reb+2ast, C.Johnson 6+3reb+3ast
H.Be'er Sheva: D.Efianayi 17+3reb+5ast, G.Whittington 13+9reb+1ast, B.Moore 13+7reb+1ast, N.Segal 11+1reb+5ast, E.Koulechov 8+1reb+1ast, P.Roy 7+1ast

M.Tel-Aviv - H.Eilat 109-57

Very expected game in Tel Aviv where 11th ranked Hapoel Eilat (3-9) was rolled over by first ranked Maccabi Tel-Aviv (10-2) 109-57 on Sunday. Maccabi Tel-Aviv dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Hapoel Eilat's 32 and made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hapoel Eilat 42-27 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Maccabi Tel-Aviv looked well-organized offensively handing out 37 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Hapoel Eilat's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American Jarell Martin (208-1994, college: LSU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points (perfect from the field making all six shots) and the former international guard Yiftah Ziv (191-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) who added 13 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Four Maccabi Tel-Aviv players scored in double figures. Maccabi Tel-Aviv's coach Oded Kattash felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Eric Griffin (203-1990, college: Campbell) with 15 points and Belgian point guard Emmanuel Lecomte (180-1995, college: Baylor, agency: Players Group) scored 11 points and 4 assists. Maccabi Tel-Aviv have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. Hapoel Eilat lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with nine games lost. Maccabi Tel-Aviv will meet at home Hapoel Haifa (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Hapoel Eilat will play against Ironi Nes-Ziona (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
M.Tel-Aviv: J.Martin 19+4reb+1ast, Y.Ziv 13+5reb+5ast, B.Colson Jr. 12+5reb+1ast, R.Sorkin 11+3reb+2ast, J.Cohen 11+7reb+5ast, R.Menco 9+4reb+1ast
H.Eilat: E.Griffin 15+4reb+1ast, E.Lecomte 11+3reb+4ast, J.Terrell 11+2reb+2ast, N.Avivi 8+6reb+1ast, D.Funderburk 7+5reb+2ast, N.Artzi 5+2reb+1ast

H.Gilboa Galil - H.Jerusalem 71-77

Very predictable result in Gan Ner where fifth ranked Hapoel Jerusalem (7-5) beat bottom-ranked Gilboa Galil (2-10) 77-71 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Zachary Hankins (211-1996, college: Xavier) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and the former international swingman Or Cornelius (198-1997) who added 13 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Justin Gorham (201-1998, college: Houston) with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and his fellow American import center Chad Brown (206-1996, college: UCF) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. Five Hapoel Jerusalem and four Gilboa Galil players scored in double figures. Hapoel Jerusalem moved-up to fourth place, which they share with I.Ness Ziona. Gilboa Galil lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with ten games lost. Hapoel Jerusalem will meet Galil Elion (#8) in the next round. Gilboa Galil will play against the league's second-placed Hapoel Tel-Aviv (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
H.Jerusalem: Z.Hankins 16+9reb+2ast, O.Cornelius 13+3reb+4ast, K.Smith 13+4reb+2ast, B.Brown 11+3ast, K.Carrington 11+4ast, O.Blayzer 7+5reb+1ast
H.Gilboa Galil: T.McLean 17+4reb+1ast, J.Gorham 11+11reb+1ast, L.Perrantes 10+3reb+7ast, C.Brown 10+9reb+3ast, T.Ben Moshe 9+1ast, P.Willis 5+1reb+1ast

Bnei Hertzeliya - H.Tel-Aviv 110-82

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Hapoel Tel-Aviv (9-2) against ninth ranked Bnei Hasharon (5-6) on Saturday night. Visiting Hapoel Tel-Aviv was crushed by Bnei Hasharon in Hod Hasharon 110-82. Bnei Hasharon outrebounded Hapoel Tel-Aviv 38-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists. It was a good game for American Maurice Kemp (203-1991, college: ECU) who led his team to a victory with 29 points and 9 rebounds. Belgian power forward Andy Van Vliet (213-1995, college: William & Mary) contributed with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Xavier Munford (193-1992, college: URI) replied with 24 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and his fellow American import center Chinanu Onuaku (207-1996, college: Louisville, agency: MSG) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Hapoel Tel-Aviv. Four Bnei Hasharon and five Hapoel Tel-Aviv players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bnei Hasharon have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with H.Haifa. Hapoel Tel-Aviv at the other side keeps the second position with two games lost. Bnei Hasharon will play against higher ranked Hapoel Holon (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hapoel Tel-Aviv will play against Gilboa Galil in Gan Ner and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Bnei Hertzeliya: M.Kemp 29+9reb+1ast, A.Van Vliet 24+10reb+4ast, S.Cohen III 16+2reb+4ast, J.Gamble 13+5reb+4ast, C.Babb 10+5reb+2ast, Q.Hooker 9+6reb+11ast
H.Tel-Aviv: X.Munford 24+2reb+3ast, J.McRae 14+2reb+2ast, T.Ginat 13+3reb+1ast, I.Zalmanson 12+4reb, C.Onuaku 10+7reb+2ast, J.Brown 4+2reb+7ast

Round 3

H.Haifa - M.Tel-Aviv 59-80

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Hapoel Haifa (5-6) was outplayed at home by first ranked Maccabi Tel-Aviv (10-2) 80-59 on Tuesday. Maccabi Tel-Aviv outrebounded Hapoel Haifa 44-23 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Yiftah Ziv (191-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) who helped to win the game recording 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international power forward Roman Sorkin (208-1996, college: Oregon) who added 21 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was naturalized American Will Rayman (203-1997, college: Colgate) with 12 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Kadeem Allen (187-1993, college: Arizona) scored 11 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Maccabi Tel-Aviv have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. Loser Hapoel Haifa keeps the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Bnei Hertzeliya. Maccabi Tel-Aviv will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hapoel Haifa will play again against the league's leader Maccabi Tel-Aviv (#1) in Tel Aviv and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
M.Tel-Aviv: R.Sorkin 21+5reb, Y.Ziv 15+6reb+6ast, B.Colson Jr. 15+3reb+1ast, J.Nebo 8+11reb, L.Brown 7+2reb+3ast, R.Menco 5+5reb+1ast
H.Haifa: W.Rayman 12+7reb+1ast, K.Allen 11+2reb+3ast, A.Simhon 10+4reb, O.Avital 9+1reb, D.Upson 8+3reb, S.Jones 5+4reb

H.Tel-Aviv - I.Ness Ziona 102-85

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tel Aviv. Second ranked Hapoel Tel-Aviv faced 4th ranked Ironi Nes-Ziona. Host Hapoel Tel-Aviv (9-2) defeated guests from Nes Ziyona (7-5) 102-85. Hapoel Tel-Aviv shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 22 passes made by Ironi Nes-Ziona's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Jordan McRae (197-1991, college: Tennessee) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 4 assists and the former international power forward Idan Zalmanson (206-1995, agency: Avi Zilberman) who added 15 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Shaq Buchanan (190-1997, college: Murray St.) with 21 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Tyler Bey (201-1998, college: Colorado, agency: Agency) scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. Five Hapoel Tel-Aviv and four Ironi Nes-Ziona players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hapoel Tel-Aviv maintains second position with 9-2 record behind leader M.Tel-Aviv. Ironi Nes-Ziona lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with H.Jerusalem. Hapoel Tel-Aviv will meet bottom-ranked Gilboa Galil (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ironi Nes-Ziona will play against Hapoel Eilat (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
H.Tel-Aviv: J.McRae 25+2reb+4ast, X.Munford 16+2reb+8ast, T.Ginat 15+6reb+3ast, I.Zalmanson 15+11reb+3ast, J.Brown 15+7reb+6ast, C.Onuaku 7+6reb+3ast
I.Ness Ziona: S.Buchanan 21+8reb+2ast, J.Meyinsse 19+4reb+1ast, T.Bey 18+8reb, G.Gutt 10+3reb+4ast, T.Levinson 5+3reb+2ast, D.Cooper 4+3reb+8ast

Noam Yaacov (ex ASVEL) joins H.Jerusalem - by Eurobasket News

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Serie A2 Round 15: Cantu gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Cantu delivered the thirteenth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Rieti Kienergia (2-11) 81-77. Cantu looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Dario Hunt (204-1989, college: Nevada) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. Swingman Lorenzo Bucarelli (198-1998) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Darryl Tucker (201-1995, college: UWF) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. Rieti Kienergia's coach Gabriele Ceccarelli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cantu (13-1) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. Rieti Kienergia lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Cantu are looking forward to face league's second-placed Vanoli Cremona at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rieti Kienergia will play against Agrigento (#7) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Leader Forli recorded the twelfth victory. This time they crushed 9th ranked Rimini (6-9) 87-65. It was a good game for American Nathan Adrian (206-1995, college: WVU) who led his team to a victory with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Fabio Valentini contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. Canadian-Nigerian power forward Derek Ogbeide (203-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds for Rimini. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Forli. They maintain first place with 12-3 record, which they share with Pistoia and Cento. Newly promoted Rimini keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Forli will play against Pistoia (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rimini will play against the league's second-placed Cento (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Milano was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Latina (6-8) played at the court of eighth ranked Milano Urania (7-7). Milano Urania managed to secure a 8-point victory 78-70 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for Nathanial Potts who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Mike Lewis II with 22 points. Milano Urania moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Agrigento. Latina at the other side dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. Milano Urania will meet Juvi Cremona (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Latina will play against Treviglio and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 15 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
RO SAzzurra was defeated by Treviglio in a road game 77-69. Torino beat Juvi Cremona at home 96-83. Piacenza won against Monferrato on the opponent's court 85-70. Vanoli Cremona managed to outperform Agrigento in a home game 84-76. Mantova recorded a loss to Cividale on the road 79-64. San Severo was defeated by Udine on its own court 61-69. Chieti was smashed by Ravenna in a road game 80-60. Ferrara lost to Pistoia at home 74-79. Fortitudo BO managed to outperform Nardo on the opponent's court 90-73. Cento managed to beat Chiusi in a home game 74-65.
The best stats of 15th round was 16 points by Lester Medford Jr of Chiusi.

Milano Urania - Latina 78-70

The game in Milano was also quite interesting. 7th ranked Latina (6-8) played at the court of eighth ranked Milano Urania (7-7). Milano Urania managed to secure a 8-point victory 78-70 on Wednesday. Milano Urania made 19-of-20 free shots (95.0 percent) during the game. Milano Urania outrebounded Latina 37-20 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Nathanial Potts (188-1995, college: MTSU) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Matteo Montano (190-1992) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American guard Mike Lewis II (188-1998, college: Duquesne) with 22 points and Bulgarian forward Ivan Alipiev (203-1999, college: LMU) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Milano Urania moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Agrigento. Latina at the other side dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. Milano Urania will meet Juvi Cremona (#11) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Latina will play against Treviglio and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Milano Urania: N.Potts 18+6reb+3ast, K.Hill 15+7reb+1ast, M.Montano 14+5reb+6ast, A.Amato 11+2reb+5ast, R.Pullazi 8+5reb+1ast, G.Piunti 7+6reb+2ast
Latina: M.Lewis II 22+2reb+3ast, I.Alipiev 12+7reb+1ast, Y.Rodriguez 10+1reb+2ast, A.Cacace 10, S.Moretti 8+5reb+2ast, K.Viglianisi 6+1reb+1ast

Treviglio - RO SAzzurra 77-69

There was no surprise when 13th ranked RO SAzzurra (1-12) was defeated on the road by third ranked Treviglio (10-3) 77-69 on Wednesday. Treviglio made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American guard Jason Clark (189-1990, college: Georgetown) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points and 5 assists. Croatian center Aleksandar Marcius (208-1990, college: DePaul) helped adding 18 points and 9 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was American guard Duane Wilson (190-1994, college: Texas A&M) with 19 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import forward Samuel Givens (197-1989, college: Drexel) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Treviglio. They maintain third place with 10-3 record having four points less than leader Forli. Loser RO SAzzurra keeps the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. Treviglio will meet Latina (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. RO SAzzurra will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Treviglio: J.Clark 25+2reb+5ast, A.Marcius 18+9reb, M.Giuri 8+4reb+3ast, B.Cerella 7+6reb+4ast, E.Lombardi 7+7reb+4ast, L.Maspero 6+1reb+2ast
RO SAzzurra: D.Wilson 19+7reb, S.Givens 12+7reb+4ast, A.Chiumenti 8+2reb+2ast, J.Giachetti 8+4ast, I.Emmanuel 8+3reb+1ast, V.Matteo 5+3reb

Torino - Juvi Cremona 96-83

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Torino (10-4) defeated at home 11th ranked Juvi Cremona (4-10) 96-83 on Wednesday. Torino looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Ronald Jackson Jr (203-1997, college: NC A&T) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points. Luca Vencato (194-1995, agency: Players Group) helped adding 13 points and 7 assists. Torino's coach Franco Ciani used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American point guard Trevon Allen (188-1998, college: Idaho) with 31 points and 6 rebounds and Austrian-American forward Bryce Douvier (201-1991, college: TAMUCC) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Torino. They maintain fourth place with 10-4 record. Newly promoted Juvi Cremona keeps the eleventh position with ten games lost. Torino will meet Piacenza (#5) on the road in the next round. Juvi Cremona will play against Milano Urania (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Torino: R.Jackson Jr. 18+4reb+3ast, N.De Vico 18+4reb, T.Guariglia 14+5reb+1ast, L.Vencato 13+4reb+7ast, S.Pepe 11+2reb+2ast, C.Taflaj 7+1reb
Juvi Cremona: T.Allen 31+6reb+3ast, B.Douvier 14+8reb+2ast, F.Nasello 12+3reb, D.Reati 12+4reb+4ast, G.Niccolo 5+2reb+1ast, B.Alfredo 5+1reb+3ast

Monferrato - Piacenza 70-85

Very expected game in Casale where 9th ranked Monferrato (5-9) was defeated by fifth ranked Piacenza (8-6) 85-70 on Wednesday. Strangely Monferrato outrebounded Piacenza 45-33 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for American power forward Brady Skeens (202-1995, college: Washburn, agency: One Motive Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Federico Miaschi (200-2000) helped adding 20 points. Piacenza's coach Stefano Salieri used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was the former international power forward Niccolo Martinoni (203-1989) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and American forward Aaron Carver (201-1996, college: ODU) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds. Five Piacenza and four Monferrato players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Piacenza. They maintain fifth place with 8-6 record. Monferrato lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. Piacenza will meet at home higher ranked Torino (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Monferrato will play against Trapani (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Piacenza: F.Miaschi 20+1reb+2ast, D.Pascolo 14+6reb+2ast, K.McGusty 13+5reb+2ast, L.Cesana 10+1reb+5ast, B.Skeens 10+13reb+5ast, L.Querci 9+1ast
Monferrato: N.Martinoni 16+13reb+2ast, E.Quinn 13+5reb+3ast, A.Carver 12+15reb+1ast, L.Redivo 11+3reb+5ast, L.Valentini 7+1reb+2ast, G.Matteo 6+5reb+1ast

Vanoli Cremona - Agrigento 84-76

Rather predictable result when second ranked Vanoli Cremona (11-3) beat at home 6th ranked Agrigento (7-7) 84-76 on Wednesday. Vanoli Cremona made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for Davide Denegri (184-1998, agency: SLN) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points. American forward Jalen Cannon (198-1993, college: SFC) helped adding 20 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was Ghanian-American Kevin Marfo (206-1997, college: Quinnipiac) with 19 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Alessandro Grande (185-1994) scored 18 points and 5 assists. Four Agrigento players scored in double figures. Vanoli Cremona maintains second place with 11-3 record having just two points less than leader Forli. Newly promoted Agrigento keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Milano Urania. Vanoli Cremona will meet league's leader Cantu on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Agrigento will play against Rieti Kienergia (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Vanoli Cremona: D.Denegri 21+2reb+2ast, J.Cannon 20+4reb+1ast, M.Alibegovic 11+6reb, J.Tabu 9+4reb+5ast, L.Caroti 8+7ast, M.Piccoli 5+3reb+3ast
Agrigento: K.Marfo 19+6reb+1ast, A.Grande 18+2reb+5ast, L.Ambrosin 14+2reb+2ast, A.Chiarastella 10+2reb+6ast, D.Francis 7+4reb+1ast, P.Mait 4+1reb

Rieti Kienergia - Cantu 77-81

Leader Cantu delivered the thirteenth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Rieti Kienergia (2-11) 81-77. Cantu looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Dario Hunt (204-1989, college: Nevada) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. Swingman Lorenzo Bucarelli (198-1998) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Cantu players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Darryl Tucker (201-1995, college: UWF) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and the other American import guard Jordan Geist (188-1997, college: Missouri, agency: Inception Sports) added 19 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Rieti Kienergia's coach Gabriele Ceccarelli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cantu (13-1) have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain first place. Rieti Kienergia lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Cantu are looking forward to face league's second-placed Vanoli Cremona at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rieti Kienergia will play against Agrigento (#7) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
Cantu: D.Hunt 21+13reb+2ast, F.Rossi 17+7reb+3ast, L.Bucarelli 16+7reb+6ast, G.Severini 13+3reb+2ast, F.Stefanelli 8+2reb+1ast, M.Da Ros 4+8reb+8ast
Rieti Kienergia: J.Geist 19+8reb+1ast, D.Tucker 16+14reb+2ast, R.Zugno 12+2reb+5ast, M.Lucas 9+1reb, D.Bonacini 9+2reb+1ast, P.Rotondo 6+9reb+1ast

Cividale - Mantova 79-64

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Mantova (5-10) was defeated on the road by seventh ranked Cividale (8-7) 79-64 on Wednesday. Cividale forced 19 Mantova turnovers. It was a great evening for power forward Giacomo DellAgnello (198-1994) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American point guard Rotnei Clarke (183-1989, college: Butler, agency: SLN) helped adding 18 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Giovanni Veronesi (198-1998, agency: SLN) with 18 points and guard Andrea Calzavara (195-2001) scored 12 points. Cividale moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Fortitudo BO and Nardo. Mantova lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with San Severo and Chiusi. Cividale will meet Ravenna (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mantova will play against Nardo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cividale: R.Clarke 18+2reb+4ast, G.Dell'Agnello 16+10reb+4ast, E.Rota 10+3reb+9ast, D.Pepper 8+2reb+2ast, L.Battistini 8+3reb, M.Aristide 8+6reb
Mantova: G.Veronesi 18+3reb+3ast, A.Calzavara 12+4reb, A.Miles 8+2reb, A.Iannuzzi 6+6reb+1ast, G.Janelidze 6+1reb+1ast, M.Palermo 4+2ast

San Severo - Udine 61-69

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Udine (10-5) won against on the road 10th ranked San Severo (5-10) 69-61 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points. The former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) helped adding 14 points and 4 assists. Udine's coach Matteo Boniciolli used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Ed Daniel (202-1990, college: Murray St., agency: Green Sports Management) with 9 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import Nik Raivio (193-1986, college: Portland, agency: Pensack Sports) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Udine maintains fourth place with 10-5 record. San Severo lost their third game in a row. They keep the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Mantova and Chiusi. Udine will meet at home Chiusi (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. San Severo will play against Fortitudo BO in Bologna and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Udine: I.Briscoe 26+3reb+2ast, A.Gentile 14+4reb+4ast, R.Gaspardo 11+6reb, K.Sherrill 4+1ast, D.Monaldi 4+1ast, F.Pellegrino 4+12reb+1ast
San Severo: L.Tortu 14+1reb+2ast, N.Raivio 12+7reb+2ast, A.Fabi 10+1reb, E.Daniel 9+10reb+2ast, D.Pazin 6+3reb, B.Matteo 5+4reb+5ast

Ravenna - Chieti 80-60

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fourteenth ranked Ravenna and 13th ranked Chieti had identical 3-11 record. This time Ravenna used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Chieti 80-60 on Wednesday night. Ravenna looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for naturalized Argentinian guard Bernardo Musso (193-1986, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 5 assists. Point guard Federico Bonacini (190-1999) helped adding 12 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Canadian forward Josip Vrankic (206-1998, college: Santa Clara, agency: Players Group) with 14 points and 6 rebounds and Michele Serpilli (201-1999) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Ravenna (4-11) moved-up to thirteenth place. Loser Chieti dropped to the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Ravenna will meet at home higher ranked Cividale (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Chieti will play against Ferrara (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ravenna: B.Musso 20+3reb+5ast, P.Danilo 12+1reb+1ast, F.Bonacini 12+10reb+1ast, K.Anthony 9+3reb+1ast, W.Lewis 9+3reb+5ast, B.Vittorio 8+5reb+1ast
Chieti: J.Vrankic 14+6reb, M.Serpilli 12+8reb, A.Ancellotti 7+7reb, T.Reale 6+1reb, D.Jackson 6+2reb+4ast, S.Bartoli 6+4reb+2ast

Forli - Rimini 87-65

Leader Forli recorded the twelfth victory. This time they crushed 9th ranked Rimini (6-9) 87-65. Forli shot the lights out from three nailing 13 long-distance shots on high 68.4 percentage. It was a good game for American Nathan Adrian (206-1995, college: WVU) who led his team to a victory with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Fabio Valentini (185-1999) contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. Five Forli players scored in double figures. Canadian-Nigerian power forward Derek Ogbeide (203-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds and Francesco Bedetti (195-1993, agency: SLN) added 10 points and 4 assists in the effort for Rimini. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Forli. They maintain first place with 12-3 record, which they share with Pistoia and Cento. Newly promoted Rimini keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Forli will play against Pistoia (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rimini will play against the league's second-placed Cento (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Forli: N.Adrian 19+8reb+1ast, F.Valentini 18+3reb+4ast, D.Cinciarini 12+1ast, L.Pollone 10+4reb+1ast, G.Gazzotti 10+5reb, T.Radonjic 6+2reb
Rimini: D.Ogbeide 18+6reb, S.Anumba 15+2reb+1ast, F.Bedetti 10+4reb+4ast, A.Landi 7, J.Johnson 6+1reb+1ast, S.Masciadri 4+2reb+1ast

Ferrara - Pistoia 74-79

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Pistoia (12-3) defeated on the road 6th ranked Ferrara (7-8) 79-74 on Wednesday. Pistoia made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American forward Jordon Varnado (198-1997, college: Troy) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 7 rebounds. British forward Carl Wheatle (200-1998, agency: Octagon Europe) helped adding 9 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Andy Cleaves II (188-1996, college: CS Stanislaus, agency: Players Group) with 21 points and 4 assists and swingman Simone Bellan (196-1996, agency: Players Group) scored 8 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Four Ferrara players scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Pistoia. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Forli and Cento. Loser Ferrara dropped to the eighth place with eight games lost. Pistoia will meet at home league's leader Forli in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ferrara will play against Chieti (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pistoia: J.Varnado 20+7reb+2ast, L.Saccaggi 16+1reb+1ast, Z.Copeland 14+3reb, D.Magro 9+4reb, C.Wheatle 9+8reb+3ast, G.Della Rosa 8+4reb+2ast
Ferrara: A.Cleaves II 21+2reb+4ast, M.Jerkovic 16+4reb, B.Gianmarco 11+3ast, L.Campani 10+4reb+2ast, S.Bellan 8+14reb+4ast, A.Smith 6+6reb+1ast

Nardo - Fortitudo BO 73-90

There was a minor upset when 5th ranked Nardo (8-7) was defeated at home by eighth ranked Fortitudo BO (8-7) 90-73 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for power forward Simone Barbante (211-1999) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Power forward Nazzareno Italiano (198-1991) helped adding 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Fortitudo BO players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was power forward Mitchell Poletti (205-1988) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and American point guard Russ Smith (183-1991, college: Louisville) scored 27 points. Fortitudo BO moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Nardo and Cividale. Fortitudo BO will meet at home San Severo (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Nardo will play against Mantova (#12) in Mirandola and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fortitudo BO: M.Thornton 20+3ast, S.Barbante 18+6reb+2ast, A.Panni 18+2reb+2ast, N.Italiano 13+8reb+3ast, M.Fantinelli 10+7reb+7ast, V.Cucci 5+7reb+2ast
Nardo: R.Smith 27+1reb+3ast, M.Poletti 17+12reb+2ast, M.Parravicini 10+1reb+1ast, M.Vasl 9+1reb+2ast, L.Baldasso 8+1reb+1ast, A.Donda 2+6reb

Cento - Chiusi 74-65

Very predictable result when second ranked Cento (12-3) beat at home 11th ranked Chiusi (5-10) 74-65 on Wednesday. It was a great evening for French forward Dominique Archie (201-1987, college: S.Carolina) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 6 rebounds. Center Matteo Berti (212-1998) helped adding 7 points and 12 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American point guard Lester Medford Jr (178-1993, college: Baylor) with 16 points and forward Davide Raucci (198-1990, agency: SLN) scored 14 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Cento. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Pistoia and Forli. Loser Chiusi dropped to the tenth place with ten games lost. They share the position with San Severo and Mantova. Cento will meet Rimini (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chiusi will play against Udine and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cento: D.Archie 19+6reb+1ast, G.Tomassini 14+1reb+1ast, F.Mussini 10+4reb+2ast, D.Marks 10+3reb+2ast, Y.Moreno 8+5ast, M.Berti 7+12reb+1ast
Chiusi: L.Medford Jr. 16+3reb+3ast, D.Raucci 14+3reb+2ast, D.Utomi 10+6reb, R.Bolpin 10+2reb+2ast, M.Martini 6+4reb, D.Bozzetto 5+4reb

Italian Serie A round 13 best performance: Colbey Ross - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Colbey Ross (185-G-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Varese, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13.
The 24-year old player got a double-double of 35 points and 10 assists, while his team in a lost game to Tortona (#3, 9-4) 88-89. Varese moved-up to the 8th position in Italian Serie A. Varese is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 6th lost game this season out of 13 games. In the team's last game Ross had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be Varese's top player in his first season with the team. Former Pepperdine University star has very solid stats this year. Ross is in league's top in points (4th best: 17.8ppg), assists (3rd best: 6.1apg) and averages impressive 57.9% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Skylar Spencer (206-F/C-1994, agency: Slash Sports) of Trieste. Spencer had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Trieste lost that game 81-88 to slightly higher-ranked Verona (#13, 5-8). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Trieste dropped in the standings to 14th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-9 record. Spencer is a newcomer at Trieste and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Kruize Pinkins (203-F/C-1993) of Scafati (#9). Pinkins showcased his all-around game by recording 24 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Scafati, leading his team to a 96-61 easy win against the lower-ranked Napoli (#15, 4-9). Pinkins has a great season in Italy. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.6rpg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Adrian Banks (191-SG-1986) of Treviso - 32 points and 5 assists
5. Mike Daum (206-PF-1995) of Tortona - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Stan Okoye (198-SF-1991) of Scafati - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Nathan Reuvers (211-PF-1998) of Reggio Emilia - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Brandon Davies (208-C-1991) of Milano - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Darion Atkins (203-F-1992) of Trento - 16 points and 16 rebounds
10. Taylor Smith (199-F-1991) of Verona - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Amadou Sidibe (ex Penarol) is a newcomer at Lleida - by Dimitri Chelidze

He has played also professionally in France (Tours and ALM Evreux), Portugal (Lusitania), and Spain (Melilla and Alicante).

Among many awards, he played in the final of the Spanish LEB Silver Play-Off in 2018. Sidibe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Honorable Mention in 2021.

He graduated from Fairfield University in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.

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Ravenel's double-double lands him B2 League Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

33-year old Evan Ravenel (204-C/F-1989) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's best team Chiba and receives a Hoops Agents B2 League Player of the Week award for round 26.
He had a double-double of 29 points and 17 rebounds, while his team crushed Fukuoka R. (#5, 10-18) with 21-point margin 95-74. It allowed Chiba to consolidate first place in the Japanese B2 League. Chiba have a solid 23-5 record. In the team's last game Ravenel had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Chiba and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Evan Ravenel averages this season 17.3ppg and 7.2rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Brandon Ashley (206-PF-1994). He is American forward in his first season at Chiba. In the last game Ashley recorded impressive double-double of 31 points and 11 rebounds. Of course together with Ravenel he helped Chiba with another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Fukuoka R. (#5, 10-18) 95-74. Of course Chiba still keep East's top spot. His team lost just five games this season, while they won 23 matches. Ashley is a newcomer at Chiba and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.1ppg (#9). He also registered 7.8 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center Thomas Welsh (213-C-1996, agency: Pensack Sports) of Yamagata (#5). Welsh scored 20 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). Despite Welsh's great performance Yamagata lost 56-90 to slightly lower-ranked Bambitious N. (#7, 7-21). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Yamagata ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 16 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Welsh could help Yamagata to bring them higher in the standings. Welsh has a great season in Japan. After 28 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.7rpg (#1 in league). He also has 1.7bpg and FGP: 61.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Gregory Echenique (206-C-1990) of Fukushima - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Marvelle Harris (196-PG-1993) of Fukuoka R. - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Cheikh Mbodj (208-C-1987) of Bambitious N. - 14 points and 6 rebounds
7. Benjamin Lawson (216-F-1995) of Kumamoto V. - 6 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Jordan Glynn (200-F-1989) of Fukuoka R. - 18 points and 6 rebounds
9. Leo Lyons (206-F-1987) of Chiba - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Myles Hesson (198-F-1990) of Kagawa FA - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Best players of Japanese B1 League round 27 - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Jack Cooley (206-C/F-1991, agency: Pensack Sports) put on an amazing game in the last round for Ryukyu GK and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 27.
The 31-year old had the game-high 30 points adding nine rebounds for Ryukyu GK in his team's victory, helping them to beat Alvark Tokyo (20-6) 82-71. Ryukyu GK maintains the 3rd position in their group in Japanese B1 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Ryukyu GK will need more victories to improve their 20-6 record. Cooley has many years of experience at Ryukyu GK, through which he has constantly improved. University of Notre Dame graduate has very impressive stats this year. Cooley is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 11.3rpg) and averages solid 63.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Dwayne Evans (201-F-1992, agency: Pensack Sports) of league's best team Hiroshima D.. Evans impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course he led Hiroshima D. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Sendai 89ers (#7, 8-18) 92-66. Of course Hiroshima D. still keep West's top spot. His team lost just five games this season, while they won 21 matches. Evans is a newcomer at Hiroshima D. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was American Josh Scott (208-C/F-1993, agency: Pensack Sports) of Tochigi Brex (#5). Scott scored 16 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Scott's great performance Tochigi Brex lost 62-70 to slightly higher-ranked Shinshu BW (#3, 13-13). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Tochigi Brex ranking at the top of East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 15 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Scott could help Tochigi Brex to bring them higher in the standings. Scott has a great season in Japan. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.1rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nick Mayo (206-F-1997) of Hiroshima D. - 26 points and 8 rebounds
5. Kerry Blackshear Jr. (208-F-1997) of Hiroshima D. - 13 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Yuki Togashi (170-PG-1993) of Chiba Jets - 28 points and 9 assists
7. Josh Hawkinson (208-F-1995) of Shinshu BW - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
8. William Mosley (203-C-1989) of Shinshu BW - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Ryan Rossiter (204-F-1989) of Alvark Tokyo - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Justin Burrell (207-F-1988) of Sendai 89ers - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Premier League Round 3: Al Ahli keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Al Ahli smashed Al Ashrafiyah in Amman 135-81. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 98 of its points in the paint compared to Al Ashrafiyah's 38. Al Ahli forced 31 Al Ashrafiyah turnovers and outrebounded them 59-45 including 25 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 21 passes made by Al Ashrafiyah's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Ahli made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Amin Abuhawwas (190-1994, college: Mars Hill) who scored 40 points (!!!), 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Sami Bzai (190-1994, college: SE Oklahoma) chipped in 24 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Terrence Joyner (190-1988, college: MVSU) who recorded 26 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Al Ashrafiyah will play next round against strong Al Jubaiha trying to get back on the winning streak. Al Ahli will try to continue on its current victory against Orthodox. It will be extra interesting game as Orthodox is their local rival from Amman.
Very important is a home loss of Al Jubaiha (1-2) against Al Riyadi (1-2) on Monday night. Host Al Jubaiha was defeated by Al Riyadi in Al Jubaiha 78-66. It was a good game for the former international center Yousef Abuwazaneh (201-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds. Ahmad Obeid contributed with 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for Al Jubaiha. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Al Riyadi will play against Kofer Yoba (#5) in Irbid in the next round. Al Jubaiha will play against Al Ashrafiyah to get more than just one victory in their record.
An exciting game was played in Irbid. Orthodox faced Kofer Yoba. Guests from Amman (3-0) smashed host Kofer Yoba (1-2) 92-62. It was a great evening for Freddy Ibrahim who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 11 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was Ghazi Al-Salah with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Kofer Yoba's coach Ibrahim Abu Asous gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Orthodox's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Al Ahli.

Kofer Yoba - Orthodox 62-92

An exciting game was played in Irbid. Orthodox faced Kofer Yoba. Guests from Amman (3-0) smashed host Kofer Yoba (1-2) 92-62. Orthodox forced 21 Kofer Yoba turnovers and outrebounded them 46-33 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Freddy Ibrahim (190-1996, college: Tampa) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 11 assists and 5 steals. The former international forward Ahmad Alhamarsheh (197-1987) helped adding 21 points and 6 rebounds. Five Orthodox players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Ghazi Al-Salah (-2000) with 14 points and 7 rebounds and American guard DeCardo Day (196-1998, college: Alabama St.) scored 13 points. Kofer Yoba's coach Ibrahim Abu Asous gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Orthodox's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Amman Al Ahli.
Top scorers:
Kofer Yoba: A.Ghazi 14+7reb, D.Day 13+3reb+3ast, A.Al-Shareeki 9+2reb+1ast, Y.Shatat 7+6reb+3ast, A.Al Momani 6+5reb, O.Ibrahim 4+4reb+1ast
Orthodox: F.Ibrahim 32+4reb+11ast, A.Alhamarsheh 21+6reb+3ast, A.Ashraf 13+9reb+3ast, B.Peterson 11+13reb+1ast, C.Najdawi 11+8reb+2ast, K.Abuaboud 4+3reb+3ast

Al Jubaiha - Al Riyadi 66-78

Very important is a home loss of Al Jubaiha (1-2) against Al Riyadi (1-2) on Monday night. Host Al Jubaiha was defeated by Al Riyadi in Al Jubaiha 78-66. Al Riyadi players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for the former international center Yousef Abuwazaneh (201-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds. The former international forward Ahmad Obeid (197-1990) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Four Al Riyadi players scored in double figures. Guyanese-American forward Kevin Mickle (201-1993, college: Ohio) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and Yousef Al-Awamleh added 12 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Al Jubaiha. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Al Riyadi will play against Kofer Yoba (#5) in Irbid in the next round. Al Jubaiha will play against Al Ashrafiyah to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Al Jubaiha: K.Mickle 15+12reb+5ast, Y.Al-Awamleh 12+10reb+1ast, A.Shmali Mohammad 12+2reb+3ast, H.Ahmad 8+3reb, A.Mohammad 7+3reb+1ast, B.Mitri 6+5reb+4ast
Al Riyadi: A.Obeid 17+11reb+3ast, Y.Abuwazaneh 15+16reb+2ast, B.Spearman 14+2reb+6ast, S.Nader 10+2reb+1ast, B.Talal 7+3reb+1ast, I.Munir 6

Al Ahli - Al Ashrafiyah 135-81

Al Ahli smashed Al Ashrafiyah in Amman 135-81. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 98 of its points in the paint compared to Al Ashrafiyah's 38. Al Ahli forced 31 Al Ashrafiyah turnovers and outrebounded them 59-45 including 25 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 21 passes made by Al Ashrafiyah's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Ahli made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Amin Abuhawwas (190-1994, college: Mars Hill) who scored 40 points (!!!), 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international guard Sami Bzai (190-1994, college: SE Oklahoma) chipped in 24 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Abuhawwas is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Al Ahli players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Terrence Joyner (190-1988, college: MVSU) who recorded 26 points and Mohammad Al Buheiri added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Al Ashrafiyah will play next round against strong Al Jubaiha trying to get back on the winning streak. Al Ahli will try to continue on its current victory against Orthodox. It will be extra interesting game as Orthodox is their local rival from Amman.
Top scorers:
Al Ashrafiyah: T.Joyner 26+3reb+3ast, A.Buheiri Mohammad 12+7reb+4ast, A.Mohammed 9+1ast, A.Hussein Musa 8+3reb+1ast, Y.Alaa 6+12reb+1ast, B.Jalal Al 5+5reb+5ast
Al Ahli: A.Abuhawwas 40+3reb+6ast, S.Bzai 24+8reb+7ast, Z.Najdawi 18+10reb+3ast, D.Mohmoud 14+5reb+7ast, H.Mahmoud 12+12reb+2ast, N.Omar 6+5reb+1ast

Roundup of Round 3 of Jordanian Premier League 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Roundup of Round 3 of Jordanian Premier League 2022-2023 matches played on Monday 2-1 and Tuesday 3-1

Kofer Yoba x Orthodox 62-92 at Hassan Hall in Irbid

Best scorer in the match was Freddy Ibrahim of Orthodox with 32 points

He added 4 rebounds 11 assists and 5 steals to be named MVP of the match with efficiency of 30

Other top scorers in Orthodox were:

Ahmad AL Hamarsheh (captain) with 21 points and efficiency of 24

Ashraf Al Hendi with 13 points and efficiency of 21

Khaled Abu Aboud with 11 points and efficiency of 21

Brandon Peterson with 11 points and efficiency of 16

On the other hand best scorers in Kofer Yoba were

Ghazi Al Salah with 14 points with efficiency of 13

DeCardo-Day of Kofer Yoba with 13 points and efficiency of 7

Al Jubaiha x Al Riyadi Aramex 66-78 at Hamza Hall in Amman

Best scorer in the match was Ahmad Obeid (captain) with 17 points and efficiency of 23

Other top scorers in Al Riyadi Aramex were:

Yousef Abu Wazneh with 15 ponts and efficiency of 24

Brandon Spearman with 14 points

Nader Ahmad with 10 points

On the other hand best scorers in Al Jubaiha were

Kiven Mickle with 15 points

He added 12 rebounds 5 assists 3 steals and 2 block shots to be named MVP of the match with efficiency of 26

Mohammad Al Shamali with 12 points and efficiency of 18

Yousef Al Awamleh with 12 points and efficiency of 11

Al Ahli x Al Ashrafiyah 135-81 at Hamza Hall in Amman

Best scorer in the match was Amin Abu Hawwas (captain) of Al Ahli with 40 points

He added 6 assists 3 rebounds 4 steals and 2 block shots to be named MVP of the match with efficiency of 41

Other top scorers in Al Ahli were:

Sami Bzai with 24 points and efficiency of 30

Zane Najdawi with 18 points and efficiency of 29

Mahmoud Darwish with 14 points and efficiency of 23

Mahmoud Hazaymeh with 12 points and efficiency of 26

On the other hand best scorer in Al Ashrafiyah was Terrence Joyner with 26 points

His colleague Mohammed Al Buheiri added 12 points and efficiency of 14

Orthodox lands Darrin Dorsey, ex Trefl - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Orthodox-Amman (Premier League) tabbed experienced 35-year old American 188cm point guard Darrin Dorsey (college: DWU).

Dorsey played most recently at Trefl in Polish EBL league. In 13 games he averaged 11.1ppg, 2.4rpg, 4.4apg and 1.3spg last season.

He also played 3 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he had 4.0ppg, 3.0rpg and 4.0apg.
The previous (2021) summer he played at Abejas in Mexican LNBP. In 11 games he recorded 13.9ppg, 2.4rpg, 5.7apg and 1.1spg in 2021 year. 2021-21 was a great season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Mexican LNBP Honorable Mention.

Dorsey is quite experienced player. He has played in ten different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Dorsey has played previously professionally in Argentina (Union de Santa Fe), Canada (Rainmen), Colombia (Cafeteros and Bambuqueros), France (Chalon/Saor, Poitiers and Le Portel), Greece (Holargos), Israel, Lithuania (Neptunas), Romania (Cluj Napoca), Turkey (Usak) and Mexico (Ostioneros de Guaymas).

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Lithuanian Cup Final Four in 2020.

He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Guard of the Year back in 2016.
Dorsey is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Orthodox.
He graduated from Dakota Wesleyan University in 2011 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season as a professional player.

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JUCO

Broncos ride past ABC Prep 95-74 - by Eurobasket News

The Bronco Basketball squad improved their record to 7-7 with a 95-74 victory over the visiting Albuquerque Basketball Club college prep team Tuesday afternoon at Cahoon Armory. Freshman forward Quentin Bolton scored a game-high 20 points, sophomore forward Jonathan Joseph had a double-double with 11 points and 15 rebounds and freshman forward/center Donovan Long scored six and pulled down 15 boards. Several non-starters played extended minutes in preparation for the Western Junior College Athletic Conference schedule, with freshman point guard Lucas Henderson scoring nine points and hitting his only 3-point attempt and freshman center Batosse Gado going 3-for-3 with a couple big dunks late in the contest. "We're going to need everybody down the stretch," said Bronco head coach Sean Schooley . "We will need (Henderson's) quickness and athletic ability playing against the point guards in this league." The Broncos shot 54 percent from the field and 39 percent from behind the arc. Those decent numbers were accomplished with a second half that went much better than the first. The Broncos increased their field goal percentage from 41 to 66 percent and shot twice as good from deep. The ABC squad spread the scoring around with four players in double digits. Schooley said ABC did a good job limiting turnovers and frustrated his team for much of the game with their zone defense. San Antonio's Strength N Motion prep academy was also in attendance, losing to the Broncos last night and beating ABC today. "I want to thank ABC and Strength N Motion for coming to play. They are both really good programs with great coaches," Schooley said. "Brandon Mason and Jay Hill with ABC are great guys and friend of mine. They do a lot of good for New Mexico players and anytime we can contribute and help those players develop, it's a win-win for everybody." The Broncos begin conference play on Saturday with a trip to Borger, Texas to take on Frank Phillips College at 2 p.m. CST. FPC skipper Jason Sautter is in his first season coaching the Plainsmen, but is no stranger to the WJCAC, having coached at Western Texas and Howard. "Jason is a juco lifer and man, he's intense," said Schooley. "We've been friends for 20-plus years. He'll have his guys ready and they will play hard. I don't expect the road or an opponent's gym to bother us too much. I think if we can cut down the turnovers and play at a high level effort-wise, we'll give ourselves a good chance."
Courtesy of: nmmi.prestosports.com

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LATVIA

Latvian U18 National Team - by Eurobasket Center

Latvian U18 National Team 2023

Egle

Zvinis

Svitins

Blums

Nkoy-Eale

Adrians Visockis-Rubenis

194-SG-2005

Liepaja

Kristaps Soldatenoks

192-SF-2005

Liepaja

Edvards Egle

187-SG-2005

Markuss Zvinis

192-PG-2005

Bertanu

Rudolfs Svitins

199-SF-2005

Roberts Blums

189-G-2005

Riga/DSN

Francois Nkoy-Eale

206-PF-2005

Liepaja

Toms Linis

194-G-2005

Sojky P.

Toms Salnajs

199-SF-2005

Ventspils

Harijs Kaupmanis

200-F-2005

BK Ogre

Edvards Svalbe

202-F-2005

LU/BS Riga Latvia

Renars Sondors

189-G-2005

GBA Lions

Edijs Slesers

Head Coach

Sweden and Latvia win openers at the Baltic Sea U16 Cup - by Eurobasket News

Sweden and Latvia have won openers at the Baltic Sea U16 Cup. Latvia U16 overcame Finland U16 90-71. Toms Birste top-scored for the winners with 16 points and Ralfs Rudusans (F) delivered 14. Muurinen Miikka finished the game with 18 points in a loss.
Sweden U16 meanwhile overcame Estonia U16 73-69. Sixten Smedjeback stepped up with 14 points and Gyllensten Lukas delivered 11. Oliver Kullamae (2007) ended up with 14 points in the losing effort.

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LEBANON

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan JACKSON

Antranik
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 26.9

26.9

26.4

25.6

25.3

23.9

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - NKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MAZEIKA

Kretinga
(193-G-1985)
Avg: 20.5

20.5

17.5

17.1

16.5

16.2

Nevezis sign Deshawn Freeman - by Eurobasket Center

Kedainiu-Nevezis-Optibet (LKL) signed 28-year old American forward Deshawn Freeman (201cm-106kg-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports). Freeman started the season at Patrioti Levice in Slovakian Nike SBL. In 13 Nike SBL games he recorded 14.1ppg, 8.9rpg, 2.3apg and 1.8spg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week. Freeman also played 7 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged 15.0ppg, 6.3rpg, 2.9apg, 1.3spg and 1.4bpg. And finally he recorded 3 games in Basketball Champions League where he got impressive 16.3ppg, 11.0rpg, 4.3apg, 1.7spg and 2.3bpg.
He is quite experienced player. Freeman has played also professionally in Holland (Groningen), Israel, Sweden (Sodertalje), United Kingdom (Worcester Wolves) and The Basketball Tournament (Playing for Jimmy).
Freeman graduated from Rutgers University in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

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LUXEMBOURG

Kordall Steelers add Bundu to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Olimpi) and NBA G League (Westchester Knicks).

The list of past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Georgian Cup final in 2021. Bundu was voted in the Georgian League All-Star Game in 2022.

He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered the top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas.

Bundu graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2019 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

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MACAU

Saigon Heat overcame Black Bears in Singapore - by Eurobasket News

Saigon Heat - Black Bears 84:76

Saigon Heat overcame Black Bears 84-76 in Singapore at their start of the ASEAN Invitational tournament opener. The team from Macau started better and led 1 point at the end of the first period and the first half. Saigon Heat meanwhile replied with a 23-14 run in the third quarter to seal the win.
JR Holder (198-SG-1994, college: Jacksonville) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Jeremy Combs (199-F/C-1995, college: Texas Southern) collected 19 points and 16 rebounds. Jenning Leung (185-G-1995) replied with 23 points in a loss and ISAIAH ALLEN posted 20.

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MBL

Knights tab Mike Fabre - by Eurobasket News

Chicago-Knights inked 5-11 guard Mike Fabre. Fabre played last summer at Georgia Kingz (PBA).
He has played also professionally in SEBL (Marietta Fbr.). His team made it to the SEBL Metro A-League Semifinals in 2012.

Royals sign Langston just out of college - by Eurobasket News

Texas-Royals agreed terms with guard Tyler Langston (6'2''-189lbs). Langston graduated from LaGrange (NCAA3). He has played there for four years. His high school career he had spent at Wharton in Wharton, FL.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be Langston's first season as a professional player.

Crotona Hawks sign Richards just out of college - by Eurobasket News

Crotona-Hawks agreed terms with forward Dequawne Richards (6'5'') for upcoming 2022-23 season. Richards graduated from Mercy (NCAA2).
Richards started his college career at Hostos Community College (JUCO). Richards' high school career he had spent at Urban Assembly Law & Justice in Brooklyn, NY.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

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MEXICO

Immortals ink James Milton - by Ghassan Abousamra

He played last summer at Uprise in the United Cup. In four games he was league's second best scorer with impressive 20.3ppg and had 13.5rpg (leader !!!), 1.8apg, 1.5spg (in top 4) and 1.8bpg.

He won Belizean NEBL championship title in 2015.
Milton graduated from Stevenson University in 2013 and it will be his eleventh season as a professional player.

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MONTENEGRO

Gregor Glas on loan at Mornar - by Zeljko Zule

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MOROCCO

D1 Round 12 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game in Larache was quite interesting. Sixth ranked IRT Tanger (7-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Larache (3-5). IRT Tanger managed to secure a 4-point victory 58-54 on Wednesday. IRT Tanger have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Larache at the other side keeps the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with MAS Fez.
Important game to mention about took place in Casablanca. Fourth ranked Majd T. (7-2) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 10th ranked RCA Casabl. (3-6) 71-68 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Majd T. have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with AREH. RCA Casabl. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with six games lost.

RCA Casabl. - Majd T. 68-71

Important game to mention about took place in Casablanca. Fourth ranked Majd T. (7-2) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 10th ranked RCA Casabl. (3-6) 71-68 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Majd T. have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with AREH. RCA Casabl. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with six games lost.

Larache - IRT Tanger 54-58

The game in Larache was quite interesting. Sixth ranked IRT Tanger (7-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Larache (3-5). IRT Tanger managed to secure a 4-point victory 58-54 on Wednesday. IRT Tanger have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Larache at the other side keeps the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with MAS Fez.

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NAIA

NAIA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Andrew RINN

Lawrence T
(193-G-)
Avg: 19.9

19.9

19.0

18.4

16.2

16.1

Keiser remains undefeated in calendar year openers - by Eurobasket News

Four players in double figures lead men's basketball to 17-0 on games to begin the new year with an 82-57 win over Coastal Georgia. With 12:17 left in the second, Brandon Younger (6'7''-G) scored five straight points that sparked a 10-3 run for Keiser to give the Seahawks a 19-point lead that they would not come close to surrendering. Coastal Georgia came out firing in the second half with seven points in the first two minutes of action to bring the Keiser lead to just 12. The Seahawks bounced back with a 6-2 run of their own to take a 45-29 lead with 15:41 left in regulation. Nick Jiles tried to propel the Mariners back into the game with a four-point run but Miller-Cardwell answered with three of his own to keep the game in KU's favor. Following two free throws from Younger, Coastal Georgia used a 5-0 run to cut the lead back down to 12 with 12:32 on the clock. Five straight points from Younger sparked a 10-3 scoring run for Keiser bringing the lead to 60-41. CCGA would not back down, scoring five of the next seven points capped by a Layton Veon Dunk at the 6:24 mark. Following a Justin Tucker (6'8''-F) hook shot, Milton Burnett (6'1''-G) wowed the crowd with a stepback three-pointer that marked his first bucket as a member of the Seahawks. Keiser went on to stretch their lead to 72-47 on the back of a 10-1 run that finished with a Brandon Farmer (6'7''-F) fastbreak slam with 3:11 still to play. With the game out of reach, Chris Roth (6'4''-G/F) and Sinai Enoch (6'1''-G) combined for the final eight points for the Seahawks in a runaway victory over the Mariners, 82-57. Keiser improves to 17-0 all-time on games to begin the calendar year. The Seahawks improved to 9-4 all-time against Coastal Georgia and added on to their win streak which now sits at five in the series. KU is now 7-1 against CCGA on the home floor in West Palm Beach, Fla. Keiser moved to 9-6 with the win and 4-2 in the conference to take sole possession of second place. The Seahawks had seven different players score at least seven points with Brandon Younger and Brandon Farmer leading the way with 13 each. Core'von Lott (6'1''-G) and Christian Miller-Cardwell (6'6''-G) scored 11 and 10 respectively to round out the double-digit scorers. Farmer led the five players above five rebounds on the night with a season-best eight in the contest. Lott led the team with four steals to up his average to 1.9 steals per game. The 11 steals on the night raised the team average to 9.4 per game which ranks 32nd in the NAIA. Keiser outrebounded their opponents for the 13th time this season with tonight's margin ending at 43-33. The 16 assists tied for the second most on the season. The Seahawks were quick to get out on fastbreak scoring opportunities, outscoring the Mariners 16-1 in the category.
Courtesy of: kuseahawks.com

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NBA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Luka DONCIC

Dallas M.
(201-G-1999)
Avg: 34.3

34.3

33.5

32.7

30.9

30.8

Evan Mobley hits late jumper, Cavaliers beat Suns 90-88 - by Eurobasket News

Evan Mobley (7'0''-PF-2001, college: USC) couldn't remember the last time he made a winning shot. He'll never forget his first one in the NBA. 'Hopefully,' he said, 'more to come.' Mobley's 14-foot jumper with four seconds left - off an assist from Donovan Mitchell - helped the Cleveland Cavaliers rally for a 90-88 victory Wednesday night over the slumping Phoenix Suns, who lost their fourth straight. Mitchell finished with just 20 points two nights after scoring 71 - the seventh player in league history to score at least seven. But on Cleveland's final possession, he drove and fed Mobley, who calmly knocked down his mid-range shot in his return after missing two games with a sore ankle. Mobley was just 1 of 8 from the floor before knocking down the biggest shot of his young career. 'What people aren't going to talk about is him relocating,' Mitchell said of his 21-year-old teammate. 'He got into my vision and he was right there in that moment, naturally. That's what makes him special.' The Suns had a chance to tie it, but Mikal Bridges (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: Villanova) missed a jumper in the final second. Mitchell snared the rebound and fired the ball to the other end in celebration as the NBA's top defensive team got one last stop. Caris LeVert (6'7''-G-1994, college: Michigan) scored 21 points to lead the Cavs, who spent most of the night chasing the Suns. Mitchell was just 6 of 20 from the field (3 of 12 on 3s) after his historic performance, but he made a critical 3-pointer with 40 seconds left to tie it 88-all. 'I really didn't have my legs tonight,' he said. 'I was trying to will myself just to be solid.' Chris Paul (6'0''-PG-1985, college: Wake Forest) scored 25 points and DeAndre Ayton (7'1''-C-1998, college: Arizona) added 15 points and 18 rebounds for Phoenix, which went just 1-5 on a trip and dropped to 4-12 since Dec. 5. The Suns have struggled without injured All-NBA guard Devin Booker, out with a groin strain. 'It's been that kind of trip,' Suns coach Monty Williams said. 'That was a hard way to lose a game. The guys are hurting after a game like that we should have won.' Cleveland was without All-Star guard Darius Garland (6'2''-G-2000, college: Vanderbilt), who missed his third straight game with a sprained right thumb. Before the game, Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff acknowledged the possibility of an 'emotional hangover' for his players following Mitchell's memorable night. That was certainly the case in the first half as the Cavs came out flat and missed their first 15 3-point attempts while scoring a season-low 33 points before halftime.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Schroeder propels Lakers past Heat 112-109 without LeBron, AD - by Eurobasket News

Dennis Schroeder (5'11''-PG-1993) scored 14 of his season-high 32 points in the fourth quarter and the undermanned Los Angeles Lakers improbably overcame LeBron James (6'8''-SF-1984)' absence for a 112-109 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Russell Westbrook had 21 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for the Lakers, who rallied from a six-point deficit in the fourth quarter and held off Miami without their top three scorers. James stayed home with a cold, while Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) and Lonnie Walker IV (6'5''-G/F-1998, college: Miami, FL) are injured. Thomas Bryant (6'10''-F/C-1997, college: Indiana) added 21 points and nine rebounds, while Schroeder was brilliant down the stretch. The German point guard scored nine points in the final 2:35, and his 9-for-9 performance at the free throw line in the fourth quarter sealed the Lakers' fourth victory in five games. 'I've got to be more aggressive anyway, even when AD and Bron are coming back, to open up things for AD and Bron,' Schroeder said. 'Hearing that Bron is sick and AD is out as well, everybody just gave a little bit more.' Schroeder rolled his ankle midway through the fourth quarter, and Lakers coach Darvin Ham intended to take him out of the game - but Schroeder's teammates said he insisted on staying in. 'He didn't want to come out,' Bryant said. 'He said, 'No. Let's be great.'' Bam Adebayo (6'10''-C-1997, college: Kentucky) had 30 points and 13 rebounds, and Jimmy Butler (6'7''-G/F-1989, college: Marquette) had 27 before missing a 3-pointer at the buzzer for the Heat, who lost for only the fourth time in 12 games. 'They were rolling,' said Kyle Lowry (6'0''-PG-1986, college: Villanova), who had 11 points. 'They were confident in what they were doing. We were a little bit of a step slow tonight.' One week after beating the Lakers in Miami and two days after rallying to beat the Clippers in Los Angeles, Miami blew a late lead and couldn't catch up to the Lakers' reserves and role players. 'It's been extremely disappointing every time we get a little bit of footing on the season, and then we have a disappointing loss,' Miami coach Erik Spoelstra said. 'That's what this was tonight, but you have to credit the Lakers. They played with a great motor, with spirit with their guys out. We've had some wins like that as well, where we've had guys out and you can catch a team.' After trailing for much of the first three quarters, Miami appeared to be moving toward a victory before the Lakers made a 14-3 rally and eventually went up 102-96 on Schroeder's three consecutive free throws with 2:35 to play. After Adebayo trimmed Los Angeles' lead to one point on a putback basket, Schroeder hit two free throws and then drove for a vicious layup with 20.3 seconds left for a 108-104 lead. Adebayo got another putback with 15.4 seconds left, but Austin Reaves found Westbrook with a beautiful inbounds pass for a layup. Westbrook missed a free throw and Max Strus (6'6''-G-1996, college: DePaul) hit a 3-pointer with 4 seconds to play, but Schroeder hit two more free throws and Butler missed a tough 3-pointer. 'Everybody just banded together and continued to fight, and that's what we have to be about,' Ham said. 'That's what our identity has to be.'
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Giannis soars to career-high 55 points as Bucks beat Wizards 123-113 - by Eurobasket News

Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) says he wants to produce with so much consistency that it causes boredom. That's the only respect in which the two-time MVP has fallen shortly lately. Antetokounmpo scored a career-high 55 points with a series of thrilling dunks and drives Tuesday as the Milwaukee Bucks beat Washington 123-113 on Tuesday night, snapping the Wizards' five-game winning streak. The spectacular forward continued arguably the best stretch of his career. 'I want to get in a position ... that my game is boring,' Antetokounmpo said. 'I just do what I do and people don't talk about it because it becomes boring - I do it every single night. That's what I want to do. I want other people to feel like my game is boring. But I don't get bored. The greats - the best players - never get bored. They go out there and they always give their best any given night.' Antetokounmpo has collected at least 40 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in each of the last three games he's played. The two-time MVP sat out a 118-95 loss to the Wizards on Sunday because of a sore left knee. He has at least 40 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in his last three games. The only other players in NBA history to have three straight performances of 40 points, 10 rebounds and five assists are Elgin Baylor in 1961 and 1963, Wilt Chamberlain in 1963 and Russell Westbrook in 2016. The only other Bucks to score at least 40 points in three straight appearances are Flynn Robinson in February 1969 and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in February 1972. 'He's been kind of playing with this kind of determination, this kind of just willing us in games,' Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said. 'Tonight we were able to win it. He's just been phenomenal.' Bucks center Brook Lopez is in his fifth season of playing alongside Antetokoumpo. The 7-footer couldn't recall a regular-season stretch in which Antetokounmpo has played better than this. 'He's just constantly improving,' said Lopez, who had 21 points and 12 rebounds. 'When you think where else can he go and how else can he improve, he just improves again. We're going to have to expand the English language in some way to come up with words (to describe him). I don't know if I've said that before, but I'm sure he's going to improve again. Who knows what he's going to do next. He's just so otherworldly.' Antetokounmpo's previous career high was a 52-point effort against the Philadelphia 76ers on March 17, 2019. He just missed the single-game franchise scoring record owned by Michael Redd, who scored 57 points against the Utah Jazz in November 2006. Washington's Bradley Beal (6'4''-G-1993, college: Florida) returned after missing three games with a sore left hamstring, but he played just 13 minutes. Beal scored eight points before the hamstring issue prevented him from playing at all in the second half. 'Same area,' Wizards coach Wes Unseld Jr. Jr. said. "We just have to get it evaluated. Kristaps Porzingis (7'3''-C/F-1995) scored 22 points for the Wizards, and Kyle Kuzma (6'9''-F-1995, college: Utah) added 20. Milwaukee's Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) had 17 points and 13 rebounds. Milwaukee's Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA) returned to action after missing three games with a non-COVID illness and scored six points in 19 minutes. Bucks forward Khris Middleton missed an eighth straight game with a sore right knee and also won't play Wednesday at Toronto.
Courtesy of: ballysports.com

Thunder blow out Celtics 150-117 without Gilgeous-Alexander - by Eurobasket News

Oklahoma City's top scorer was out, so everybody pitched in to make things work. Josh Giddey (6'8''-G-2002) scored a season-high 25 points and the short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder blew out the NBA-leading Boston Celtics 150-117 on Tuesday night. Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who ranks among the league's leaders with 30.8 points per game, sat out with an illness. Without him, the Thunder set a record for points since the team moved to Oklahoma City from Seattle before the 2008-2009 season. The previous mark was 149 points in 2013. Luguentz Dort (6'4''-G-1999, college: Arizona St.) scored 23 points and Jalen Williams (6'6''-G/F-2001, college: Santa Clara), Tre'Shaun Mann (6'4''-G-2001, college: Florida) and Isaiah Joe (6'5''-SG-1999, college: Arkansas) each added 21 points for the Thunder. They shot 59.2% from the field. 'I just think we've got great players and great people,' Mann said. 'Guys who don't really care who gets the credit.' The Thunder hadn't won a game by more than 16 and the Celtics hadn't lost by more than 16 this season. Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault said the result came from his team's approach. 'I told them after the game, I want them to realize what got it going, which was we had a great practice yesterday, came into the game with great focus on both ends of the floor, what we had to do, and that's what allowed us to have fun tonight,' he said. 'And we can't lose sight of that.' Oklahoma City took advantage of the fact that Robert Williams, one of Boston's primary rim protectors, was out managing his injured left knee. The Thunder made 38 of 58 shots inside the 3-point line. 'You have to play with a sense of humility every night knowing your opponent wants to beat you,' Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said. 'We have to match that, and we didn't. We got outplayed in every aspect of the game.' Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) scored 29 points for Boston, and Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) added 27. The Thunder led 74-54 at halftime behind Joe's 17 points on 6-for-9 shooting. Oklahoma City shot 57% in the first half. The Celtics trailed big, despite Brown's 18 points in the first half. A 10-0 run put Oklahoma City ahead 90-63 just over three minutes into the second half, and the game was never close after that. The Thunder scored 48 points in the third quarter - the most ever for an Oklahoma City team in a quarter - and shot 67.9% in the third to lead 122-91 heading into the fourth. Oklahoma City's largest lead was 37 points. 'Late in the second quarter, they sort of put their head down, Boston did, and they got to the line and they were trying to play through us and they were just trying to like jam their way back into the game,' Daigneault said. 'And we needed to stand in there in order to fend that off. And I thought the guys did a really good job of that.'
Courtesy of: washingtonpost.com

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NBA G LEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jaden HARDY

Texas L.
(193-G-2002)
Avg: 28.8

28.8

25.2

24.4

23.6

23.6

Herd Claws Out Skyhawks - by Eurobasket News

The Wisconsin Herd, the NBA G League affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks, beat the College Park Skyhawks 126-121. The Herd took an early lead going up 18-4 and held the forefront through the first quarter. The Skyhawks crawled back to take the lead 34-30 at the beginning of the second quarter but the Herd snatched the lead at half 56-53. College Park stayed close but a 12-0 run at the end of the third quarter propelled the Herd ahead. The Skyhawks outscored the Herd 43-36 in the fourth quarter, but it was not enough to win the game. Jordan Bone (6'3''-PG-1997, college: Tennessee) controlled the Herd with 28 points including seven three-pointers. Lindell Wigginton (6'1''-G-1998, college: Iowa St.) tallied a double-double of 26 points and 10 assists. Jontay Porter posted a career-high 19 rebounds with 20 points. The Skyhawks were led by Brandon Williams (6'2''-PG-1999, college: Arizona) with 24 points followed by Cat Barber and Tyrese Martin (6'6''-G-1999, college: UConn) with 20 points. Jordan Bone opened the game with back-to-back baskets to put the Herd ahead 5-0. The Herd continued to push ahead outscoring the Skyhawks 13-4. College Park worked their way back to come within seven points at the three-minute mark. The two teams traded baskets until Jordan Bone and Rob Edwards (6'5''-G-1997, college: Arizona St.) hit consecutive threes to increase the Herd's lead to 10. College Park outscored the Herd 7-2 to end the first quarter, but the Herd remained ahead 30-25. The Skyhawks opened the second quarter going on a 9-0 run to take their first lead of the game 34-30. Jordan Bone hit his third three-point shot of the game to put the Herd within one. The two teams traded buckets, but a Lindell Wigginton three-pointer tied the game 40-40 with six minutes remaining in the second quarter. The Herd stayed close until the Skyhawks powered ahead 52-44. Six consecutive points brought the Herd within two points. The Skyhawks held on to lead 56-53 at the end of the first half. Jordan Bone guided the Herd with 16 points while shooting 57.1% from the three-point line. Elijah Hughes (6'6''-G/F-1998, college: Syracuse) hit a three-point shot to open the third quarter and tie the game 56-56. The Skyhawks took the lead again, but Jordan Bone hit a three-point shot to tie the game for a third time. The Herd ran away with a 72-67 dominance. The Skyhawks followed with a two-point shot but Alex Antetokounmpo (6'7''-F-2001) converted a three-point play to set the Herd up by six. The Skyhawks bounced back to lead 78-77 at the two-minute mark. The Herd exploded with a 12-0 run to rise above 90-78 at the end of the third quarter. The Herd continued to dominate, going 10-8 at the nine-minute mark of the fourth quarter. Jordan Bone and Lindell Wigginton combined for five points putting the Herd up by 18 points. The Skyhawks rebounded their way back outscoring the Herd 18-5 to come within five points at the three-minute mark. The Herd rallied back giving themselves an 11-point head start with a minute left. The Skyhawks rallied back to come within five points. Three sets of made free throws secured the win for the Herd 126-121. The Herd will host the Skyhawks again on Friday, January 6 with tip-off set for 7:00 p.m. CST.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com

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NBLCANADA

Shakwon Barrett back for second season with Kitchener-Waterloo Titans - by Eurobasket News

Shakwon Barrett (6'5''-G, college: Tennessee St.) returns to the Kitchener-Waterloo Titans with a goal of leading the team to its first-ever National Basketball League of Canada championship. That, and displaying his skills for teams around the world to see. 'We had an exciting season last year, a great group of guys and a great coaching staff, and I want to build on that experience of making it to the finals,' said Barrett, a 24-year-old Toronto native, on Wednesday. 'I see this is a great opportunity; to build on the rookie-of-the-year season and showcase how much I've improved since then. You are always preparing for the next (employment) opportunity.' The six-foot-five Barrett is the first player to be signed by the Titans under the ownership of David and Kate Schooley, who purchased the team in November with a pledge of making it 100 per cent community-owned in less than 10 years. Barrett played in 21 games last season, starting 14, and averaged 4.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists per outing. His strong debut campaign led to him winning the rookie of the year award in mid-May, the first Canadian and first Titan to do so. The Titans were swept by the London Lightning in the best-of-three championship final that ended June 1, and Barrett has been working on his game at Toronto-area gyms ever since. During that time, he's had a 'couple of workouts' with Raptors 905, the NBA G League affiliate of the Toronto Raptors. 'It's been a big help. Rather than being in-season and having to play, I got to work on everything I needed to improve on, to build better habits for the upcoming season,' he said. 'I'm excited to be back, excited to see what the team's going to be like and excited to have a friendly face with Coach Cliff (Clinkscales) coming back.' Clinkscales, who served as an assistant to Neal Foreman last season, describes Barrett as a 'great teammate and good kid' who is willing to put in the work to succeed. He's also versatile, said Clinkscales, and capable of playing small forward and both guard positions. 'He still hasn't scratched the surface of what he could be as a player, and I think he has a lot to offer to not only our team, but to the league,' said Clinkscales. 'He's hungry and still has something to prove, and once he gets another year under his belt, he could be a guy who moves on and play (in bigger leagues) in other countries.' The well-travelled Barrett played college basketball at Tulane University in New Orleans, Northwest Florida State College in Niceville and Tennessee State University in Nashville. Before Tulane, he played his senior year of high school basketball at the Tech Academy in Sault Ste. Marie. He previously played at Findlay Prep in Las Vegas. With the Barrett contract in the books, Clinkscales predicts a flurry of signings in the next two weeks. Six other players have committed to the Titans, the coach/assistant general manager said, and now it's a matter of putting pen to paper. Training camp will start in early February, and the Titans' first regular-season game is Feb. 22 in Sudbury. The home opener is March 1 against Windsor.
Courtesy of: therecord.com

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NCAA1

Stats Leaders - NCAA1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tyree APPLEBY

Wake F
(185-G-1998)
Avg: 18.4

18.4

18.1

17.5

17.5

17.4

Three-Star SG Brandin Cummings Commits to Pitt Basketball - by Eurobasket News

Hopkins scores 27 to help Providence beat No. 4 UConn 73-61 - by Eurobasket News

When his team lost back-to-back games in late November, Providence coach Ed Cooley anticipated a strong response by a roster topped with multiple veterans. Two months later, his expectations have been exceeded. Bryce Hopkins (6'7''-F) scored 27 points and Providence dominated the second half and knocked off fourth-ranked UConn 73-61 on Wednesday night for its eighth straight victory. Noah Locke (6'3''-G-1999) finished with 17 points. Ed Croswell (6'8''-F) added 13 points and 13 rebounds to help the Friars (13-3, 5-0) earn their second victory over a ranked team this season and remain unbeaten in the Big East. 'I thought our men stepped up to the challenge,' Cooley said of the Friars' first home win over a top 5 team since beating Villanova on Feb. 14, 2018. Hopkins led the attack throughout, drawing fouls and connecting on 13 of 15 attempts at the free-throw line. He said his teammates did a good job of finding him in space. 'They gave me the ball in my spots, and I just had to take advantage of that," he said. It marked Providence's first win over the Huskies at the downtown Amica Mutual Pavilion since Feb. 20, 2012, when the Friars won 72-70. They played on campus during the pandemic. Jordan Hawkins (6'5''-G) led the Huskies (14-2, 3-2) with 15 points, and Donovan Clingan (7'2''-C) added 12 points and 11 rebounds. The Huskies have lost two in a row after opening the season with 14 straight victories and winning their first three conference games. UConn was held under 70 points for only the second time this season. The Huskies entered averaging 82 points per game. They shot just 36% (23 of 63) in the second half. 'Just really embarrassed by the way we handled ourselves in the second half," UConn coach Danny Hurley said. "They were just a lot tougher than we were.' The Friars added to a three-point halftime lead thanks to going 8 of 18 from the 3-point line and outscoring the Huskies 29-10 at the free-throw line. 'We were fortunate that we made some shots. We made some timely shots," Cooley said. Croswell finished a fast break with a two-handed slam to put the Friars in front 51-43 as part of a 13-8 run that put the Friars in front 56-46 with just over nine minutes to play. UConn cut it to 60-55, and a few possessions later Hopkins was whistled for his fourth foul with 4:54 left. But he stayed aggressive, getting fouled after a Huskies turnover and dropping in a pair of free throws to help Providence pushed the lead back up to 64-55 with 3:33 showing on the clock. Providence won a mad scramble after three misses on its next possession, with Locke dropping in a deep 3 from the wing. 'I have a lot of confidence in myself," Locke said. "When I'm in those type of situations I want those shots and I want to take them.' Providence led for just 2:26 in the first half but used a late surge to take a 33-30 edge into the break. Providence was able to generate offense without starter Jared Bynum, who went to the locker room with a midsection injury and sat out the rest of the game. Alyn Breed (6'3''-G) took his place in the lineup to begin the second half.
Courtesy of: usatoday.com

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NCAA2

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Erik TIMKO

Jefferson
(193-G-)
Avg: 22.7

22.7

18.8

17.5

17.3

17.1

Catawba beat VUU 82-70 - by Eurobasket News

Virginia Union University's Robert Osborne (6'5''-F) led the Panthers with 19 points and six rebounds, but Catawba College defeated the Panthers 82-70 on Tuesday, January 3, in Salisbury, N.C. VUU's Keleaf Tate scored 14 points while teammate Devon Sims (6'5''-G) added 13 points in the game. "When you're playing on the road against a good Catawba team you must take care of the basketball and rebound well," said VUU Head Men's Basketball Coach Jay Butler . "We struggled tonight in both of those categories and Catawba took full advantage of the extra opportunities to get the win." Virginia Union now returns home to Barco-Stevens Hall to face Claflin University at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 5.
Courtesy of: vuusports.com

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NCAA3

Hafemeister's Career Night Leads Cardinals To Victory Over #21 Eagles - by Eurobasket News

Jesse Hafemeister (6'5''-G/F) scored a career-high 33 points to lead Catholic to a 79-69 road victory over #21 Mary Washington on Tuesday evening. The Cardinals improve to 12-0 on the season, remaining one of eight unbeaten teams in Division III men's basketball. Trailing 34-28 at the break, Catholic took over the contest early in the second half, opening the half on a 12-2 run to take a 40-36 lead at the 16:43 mark after a pair of Tommy Kelly free throws. Hafemeister's third three of the game at the 17:00 mark pushed Catholic ahead 38-36, giving them a lead they would never give back. Mary Washington cut the lead back to two for Catholic, but Jake Melady (6'3''-G/F) hit a three with 15:10 to play to push the Cardinal lead to 45-40. At the 12:34 mark, another Hafemeister three extended Catholic's lead to seven as the Cardinals began to pull away. Brian Herbert rebounded a miss and put it back in for an eight-point Catholic lead before a pair of Kelly free throws pushed the lead to 10 for the first time with just over 10 minutes remaining. Back-to-back three-pointers from Kelly just 30 seconds apart extended the lead to 62-48 as the game entered the final nine minutes. A pair of threes brought the Eagles back within eight, but Hafemeister stopped the mini run with a jumper and Melady followed with a three to put Catholic ahead 67-54 with 5:53 to play. With 30 points to his name, Hafemeister hit three free throws in the final 1:15 to reach 33 points, setting a new career-best and helping to put away the 10-point victory. The Cardinals led for a large chunk of the first half, holding a 25-21 lead with 6:50 to play before an extended scoring drought allowed UMW to use a 13-3 run to hold a six-point halftime advantage. Kelly (14 points) and Sean Neylon (6'5''-G/F) (12 points) joined Hafemeister in double digits for a Catholic offense that hit 11 threes and made 20-of-23 from the charity stripe. Dan Buckley chipped in with four points and a career-best 11 rebounds. Catholic's 12-0 start surpasses 2011-12's 11-0 run to begin the season and marks the longest win streak for Catholic men's basketball since the 2014-15 Cardinals won 15 straight. Hafemeister's 33 points are the most in a game by a Catholic player since Andre Mitchell (6'2''-G-1996) scored 36 at Moravian on January 1, 2019. Catholic welcomes Scranton to D.C. on Saturday in game two of the Landmark Conference doubleheader. Tip is slated for 4 pm.
Courtesy of: d3hoops.com

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NORWAY

BLNO Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joshua HART

Asker Aliens
(194-G-1990)
Avg: 25.1

25.1

24.3

24.3

22.1

21.4

Batumi lands Jordan Session, ex Al Karkh - by Dimitri Chelidze

Session graduated from Georgia State in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

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PHILIPPINES

PBA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Andrew NICHOLSON

Bay A
(206-PF-1989)
Avg: 33.8

33.8

32.3

29.8

28.7

28.5

Taguig beats La Union to close in on second NBL title - by Eurobasket News

DAN Natividad carried Taguig to a 113-108 victory over La Union on Wednesday night at the Hagonoy Sports Complex to close in on the National Basketball League-Pilipinas (NBL) Chairman's Cup title. Natividad had 29 points including key baskets in the fourth quarter that sent the Generals to the Game One win in the best-of-three title showdown. The Generals look to finish off the PAOwer and claim their second title in the regional league for homegrown talents on the road in Game Two set on Saturday at the San Juan Gym in La Union. Taguig last won the NBL crown in 2019. Natividad scored on a lay-up for Taguig's biggest lead, 101-91, and ended a 6-0 blast by the Generals late in the contest for a 107-98 advantage. He later dedicated his performance to his mother, who recently passed away. LJ Mayo added 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Mike Sampurna tallied 15 points to also contribute in the Taguig win. Billy Boado had 27 points and eight rebounds but the PAOwer dropped Game One despite leading by as many as seven in the contest.
Courtesy of: spin.ph

PBA Round 3 of Finals. Ginebra Kings take 2-1 advantage - by Eurobasket News

Ginebra Kings - Bay Area D. 89-82

Ginebra Kings rallied past Bay Area Dragons to take 2-1 lead in the Finals. Ginebra Kings shot 24 for 38 from the free-throw line, while Bay Area D. only scored four points from the stripe. 27 personal fouls committed by Bay Area D. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for American forward Justin Brownlee (197-1988, college: St.John's) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Scottie Thompson (188-1993) helped adding 14 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Brownlee is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was Canadian Andrew Nicholson (206-1989, college: St.Bonaventure) with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 24 rebounds and Canadian guard Kobey Lam (190-2000, college: Charleston) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Ginebra Kings and five Bay Area D. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Ginebra Kings: J.Brownlee 34+17reb+4ast, C.Standhardinger 15+4reb+1ast, S.Thompson 14+10reb+4ast, M.Jamie 10+4reb+1ast, L.Tenorio 8+4reb+1ast, S.Pringle 5+2reb+1ast
Bay Area D.: A.Nicholson 23+24reb, K.Lam 17+6reb+2ast, Z.Songwei 12+6reb+4ast, G.Yang 11+2reb+6ast, H.Blankley 10+6reb+2ast, R.Ewing 3+2reb+1ast

Zamboanga wins ABL debut vs. Surabaya - by Eurobasket News

Dijon signs Matt Mobley, ex TNT Tropang - by Eurobasket News

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POLAND

Stats Leaders - 1Liga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kaheem RANSOM

Radom
(186-PG-1993)
Avg: 21.8

21.8

19.2

18.2

17.9

16.9

KSK Notec Inowroclaw sign a second import player - by Eurobasket Center

KSK-Notec-Inowroclaw (2Liga) inked 32-year old American 175cm point guard Remon Nelson (college: USC Aiken). Nelson will replace Ukrainian Aleksander Szczerbatiuk in the roster.
He spent last season at Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg in the 1Liga where he averaged 17.3ppg, 2.8rpg and 4.2apg.
He is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Austria (Dukes), Finland (Bisons), Hungary (Jaszbereny KSE), Poland (AZS and Ogniwo Piratesports Szczecin) and NBA G League (Cleveland Charge).
Nelson graduated from University of South Carolina - Aiken in 2013 and it is his tenth season in pro basketball.

Orthodox lands Darrin Dorsey, ex Trefl - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Orthodox-Amman (Premier League) tabbed experienced 35-year old American 188cm point guard Darrin Dorsey (college: DWU).

Dorsey played most recently at Trefl in Polish EBL league. In 13 games he averaged 11.1ppg, 2.4rpg, 4.4apg and 1.3spg last season.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Lithuanian Cup Final Four in 2020.

Sherron Dorsey-Walker (ex Start) signs at Sigortam.net - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Sigortamnet-Istanbul (TBL) landed 29-year old American 195cm guard Sherron Dorsey-Walker (college: Oakland). Dorsey-Walker started the season at Start in Polish EBL league. In 13 games he averaged impressive 17.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.1apg and 1.6spg. He also played 3 games in European North Basketball League where he had 5.3ppg, 1.3rpg and 1.7apg.
Dorsey-Walker has played previously professionally also in Holland (Zwolle). His team won Dutch Supercup in 2018 and 2020. He was voted to all-state Honorable Mention back in 2011 and 2012.
Dorsey-Walker graduated from Oakland University in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.

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PORTUGAL

Stats Leaders - UZO Liga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Anthony ROBERTS

Vitoria S
(193-G-)
Avg: 23.4

23.4

19.7

18.0

17.8

17.7

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ROMANIA

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Nate JOHNSON

Constanta
(193-PG-1998)
Avg: 21.4

21.4

20.2

18.7

18.6

17.7

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SERBIA

APOP Paphou adds Paunovic to their roster, ex Cacak 94 - by Antonis Katsaros

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SIERRA LEONE

Kordall Steelers add Bundu to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

He has played previously professionally in Georgia (Olimpi) and NBA G League (Westchester Knicks).

The list of past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Georgian Cup final in 2021. Bundu was voted in the Georgian League All-Star Game in 2022.

He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered the top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas.

Bundu graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2019 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

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SINGAPORE

Kentrell Barkley paces Singapore Slingers past Bangkok Tigers - by Eurobasket News

Singapore Slingers - Bangkok Tigers 111:69

Kentrell Barkley paced Singapore Slingers past Bangkok Tigers at the ASEAN Invitational Tournament. He nailed 32 points as his team celebrated an 111-69 win. Singapore Slingers opened the game with a 32-21 run and added a 29-17 rally in the second period. Moreover, they posted two more wins in the second half for the final success.
Xavier Alexander (196-F-1988, college: S.Nazarene) and C.J. Gettys (213-C-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 20 points each for the winners. Arizona Reid (196-F-1986, college: High Point) replied with 18 points in a loss and Lloyd Burgess (211-C-1994, college: UNCG) netted 13.

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SLOVAKIA

James Padgett (ex Fribourg) signs at Levice - by Michal Duchovic

Defending champion Patrioti-Levice (Nike SBL) landed 31-year old American 203cm power forward James Padgett (college: Maryland). Padgett started the season at Fribourg Olympic in Swiss SBL league. In 5 games he averaged 6.2ppg and 4.4rpg. He also played 2 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he had 13.5ppg and 5.0rpg.
Padgett is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in nine different countries playing on four different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian, Australian and of course North American leagues. Padgett has played previously professionally also in Australia (Lightning), Bulgaria (Rilski), Finland (Korihait and Vilpas), France (Vitre), Hungary (Sopron KC), Israel (Maccabi Raanana), Japan (Shimane Susanoo Magic), Romania (Sibiu) and Switzerland (Neuchatel, Lugano, Massagno and Geneve). His team made it to the Swiss Cup Finalist in 2018 and 2019 final. He was voted to Eurobasket.com Swiss SBL All-Imports Team back in 2018 and 2020.
Padgett graduated from University of Maryland in 2013 and it is his tenth season in pro basketball.

Nevezis sign Deshawn Freeman - by Eurobasket Center

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SLOVENIA

Gregor Glas on loan at Mornar - by Zeljko Zule

Gregor Glas (ex Partizan) agreed terms with Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana - by Igor Obradovic

Defending champion Cedevita-Olimpija-Ljubljana (Liga Nova KBM) strengthened their roster with addition of 21-year old Slovenian international 195cm shooting guard Gregor Glas. Glas started the season at Partizan in Serbian KLS league. But in only one game he did not score anything and had only 1 assist. He played 4 games in ABA League where he recorded just 1.8ppg.
Glas has been also a member of Slovenian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Slovenian senior team since 2018 and two years ago for U22 National Team.
Glas represented Slovenia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Greece four years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 14.4ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 48.3%, 3PT: 19.6%, FT: 68.4%.
He has played previously professionally also in Slovenia (Primorska and Primorska) and Serbia (KK Dynamic Vip Pay Beograd).
Glas played in the final of Adriatic League in 2022.

Mladost inks Ibrahim Mulaomerovic - by Harun Alispahic

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KBL Round 21 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

KBL round 21 most important game was a victory of Suwon KT over 7th ranked Goyang 90-77 on Sunday night. They outrebounded Goyang 40-21 including a 34-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Suwon KT looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a good game for Hungarian-American power forward Jarrod Jones (207-1990, college: Ball St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Hongseok Yang (199-1997) contributed with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American power forward Dedric Lawson (206-1997, college: Kansas) answered with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for Goyang. Goyang's coach Byong-Chul Kim rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Suwon KT (12-14) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. Goyang lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Wonju DB. Suwon KT are looking forward to face league's leader Anyang on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Goyang will play against the league's second-placed LG Sakers (#2) in Changwon and is hoping to win this game.
An interesting game for Mobis Phoebus (15-11) which played road game in Changwon against second-best LG Sakers (15-11). Third ranked Mobis Phoebus managed to get a 4-point victory 77-73. American forward Gaige Prim (203-1999, college: Missouri St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Jae-Sok Jang chipped in 16 points and 11 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Egyptian center Assem Marei (206-1992, college: MSU) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Mobis Phoebus moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated LG Sakers. Mobis Phoebus will play against Wonju DB (#8) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. LG Sakers will play against Goyang (#7) and hope to get back on the winning track.
KBL top team - Anyang (20-7) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they beat seventh ranked Wonju DB (11-15) 86-70. Omari Spellman nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side. Ethan Albano came up with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists for Wonju DB in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Anyang. They maintain first place with 20-7 record. Wonju DB at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Goyang. Anyang will meet at home Suwon KT (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Wonju DB will play against Mobis Phoebus in Ulsan and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Seoul Knights smashed Seoul Thunders on the road 86-67. KCC Egis won against Goyang on its own court 79-72. Wonju DB was outscored by Seoul Knights in a road game 97-63.
The most impressive performance of 21th round was 29 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists by Jameel Warney of Seoul Knights.

Goyang - Suwon KT 77-90

KBL round 21 most important game was a victory of Suwon KT over 7th ranked Goyang 90-77 on Sunday night. They outrebounded Goyang 40-21 including a 34-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Suwon KT looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a good game for Hungarian-American power forward Jarrod Jones (207-1990, college: Ball St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. The former international forward Hongseok Yang (199-1997) contributed with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American power forward Dedric Lawson (206-1997, college: Kansas) answered with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Seonghyen Jeon (190-1991) added 19 points and 4 assists in the effort for Goyang. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Goyang's coach Byong-Chul Kim rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Suwon KT (12-14) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to sixth place. Goyang lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Wonju DB. Suwon KT are looking forward to face league's leader Anyang on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Goyang will play against the league's second-placed LG Sakers (#2) in Changwon and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Suwon KT: H.Yang 24+10reb+4ast, J.Jones 24+12reb+2ast, H.Huiwon 16+4reb+3ast, S.Choi 13+2reb+2ast, S.Jeong 5+2reb+8ast, D.Kim 4+1reb
Goyang: L.Jung-Hyun 21+1reb+1ast, S.Jeon 19+4ast, D.Lawson 15+9reb+5ast, K.Kim 12+2reb+2ast, H.Choi 3+4reb, C.Hanjin 3+1reb

LG Sakers - Mobis Phoebus 73-77

An interesting game for Mobis Phoebus (15-11) which played road game in Changwon against second-best LG Sakers (15-11). Third ranked Mobis Phoebus managed to get a 4-point victory 77-73. American forward Gaige Prim (203-1999, college: Missouri St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Jae-Sok Jang (205-1991) chipped in 16 points and 11 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Egyptian center Assem Marei (206-1992, college: MSU) with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds and the former international center Jun-Yl Kim (202-1992) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Four LG Sakers players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Mobis Phoebus moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated LG Sakers. Mobis Phoebus will play against Wonju DB (#8) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. LG Sakers will play against Goyang (#7) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mobis Phoebus: S.Shin 18+3reb+4ast, G.Prim 16+13reb+1ast, J.Jang 16+11reb+2ast, J.Ham 6+5reb, H.Sims 6+4reb, A.Rhon Jhay 6+4reb+3ast
LG Sakers: A.Marei 17+15reb, K.Lee 14+1reb+1ast, J.Kim 13+6reb+3ast, J.Lee 10+6reb+5ast, D.Cunningham 9+6reb, H.Jeong 3+2reb+1ast

Seoul Thunders - Seoul Knights 67-86

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Seoul Knights (15-13) crushed on the road bottom-ranked Seoul Thunders (10-18) 86-67 on Sunday. Seoul Knights outrebounded Seoul Thunders 43-32 including 32 on the defensive glass. American center Jameel Warney (203-1994, college: Stony Brook) nailed a double-double by scoring 25 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international forward Il-Young Heo (197-1985) accounted for 12 points. Four Seoul Knights players scored in double figures. American-Lebanese power forward Jonathan Arledge (207-1991, college: ODU) came up with 18 points and 8 rebounds and center Weon-Seok Lee (203-2000) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Seoul Thunders in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 15-13 record. Seoul Thunders lost their third game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 18 games lost. Seoul Knights will meet KCC Egis (#5) in the next round. Seoul Thunders will play against KoGas (#9) in Inchon and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Seoul Knights: J.Warney 25+17reb+4ast, S.Kim 13+1reb+5ast, I.Heo 12+4reb+3ast, J.Choi 11+6reb+2ast, C.Sung-Won 9+1ast, O.Jae-Hyun 8+3reb
Seoul Thunders: J.Arledge 18+8reb, J.Lee 12+3reb+3ast, L.Weon-Seok 11+9reb+2ast, E.Terry 9+5reb+1ast, D.Lim 7+3reb, H.Lee 4+1reb+4ast

Wonju DB - Anyang 70-86

KBL top team - Anyang (20-7) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they beat seventh ranked Wonju DB (11-15) 86-70. Anyang dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Wonju DB's 40. Anyang forced 19 Wonju DB turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American Omari Spellman (207-1997, college: Villanova) nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and the former international center Sek-Eun Oh (200-1987) accounted for 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Ethan Albano (185-1996) came up with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international center Jongkyu Kim (207-1991) added 14 points respectively for Wonju DB in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Anyang. They maintain first place with 20-7 record. Wonju DB at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Goyang. Anyang will meet at home Suwon KT (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Wonju DB will play against Mobis Phoebus in Ulsan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Anyang: J.Byeon 20+1reb+5ast, S.Oh 16+7reb+4ast, O.Spellman 11+14reb+3ast, P.Jihoon 8+2reb+2ast, S.Moon 7+5reb+2ast, J.Hyunwoo 6
Wonju DB: A.Ethan 15+6reb+8ast, H.Kim 15+3reb, J.Kim 14+3reb+3ast, S.Kang 9+7reb+1ast, D.Hernandez 8+5reb, L.Freeman 4+9reb+2ast

KCC Egis - Goyang 79-72

Rather expected game when 7th ranked Goyang (11-15) lost to fifth ranked KCC Egis (13-14) in Jeonju 72-79 on Tuesday. KCC Egis outrebounded Goyang 36-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international center Seung-Hyun Lee (201-1992) nailed a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and the former international forward Guna Ra (203-1989, college: Missouri) accounted for 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four KCC Egis players scored in double figures. The former international Lee Jung-Hyun (190-1999) came up with 17 points and 5 assists and American power forward Dedric Lawson (206-1997, college: Kansas) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Goyang in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. KCC Egis maintains fifth place with 13-14 record. Goyang lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Wonju DB. KCC Egis will meet at home higher ranked Seoul Knights (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Goyang will play against the league's second-placed LG Sakers in Changwon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
KCC Egis: G.Ra 15+7reb+3ast, S.Lee 14+14reb+3ast, R.Hollis-Jefferson 13+2reb+3ast, W.Heo 13+4reb+6ast, C.Jung 9+2reb+3ast, G.Lee 9+3reb
Goyang: S.Jeon 20+1reb+2ast, L.Jung-Hyun 17+3reb+5ast, D.Lawson 12+8reb+3ast, J.Lee 7+5reb+3ast, C.Hanjin 5+1reb, J.Kim 4+5reb+1ast

Seoul Knights - Wonju DB 97-63

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Seoul Knights (15-13) rolled over at home 7th ranked Wonju DB (11-15) 97-63 on Wednesday. Seoul Knights looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American center Jameel Warney (203-1994, college: Stony Brook) nailed a double-double by scoring 29 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side and the former international Joon-Young Choi (200-1994) accounted for 17 points. American forward Lennard Freeman (203-1995, college: NC State) came up with 8 points and 13 rebounds and the former international center Jongkyu Kim (207-1991) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Wonju DB in the defeat. Four Wonju DB players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 15-13 record. Loser Wonju DB keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with KoGas and Goyang. Seoul Knights will meet KCC Egis (#5) in the next round. Wonju DB will play against Mobis Phoebus in Ulsan and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Seoul Knights: J.Warney 29+14reb+7ast, J.Choi 17+3reb+2ast, S.Kim 11+2reb+7ast, L.Williams 9+4reb, C.Sung-Won 8+3reb+1ast, I.Heo 7+8reb+1ast
Wonju DB: D.Hernandez 10+6reb, S.Kang 10+2reb, J.Kim 10+6reb+2ast, L.Junhee 10+2ast, L.Freeman 8+13reb+2ast, P.In-Woong 7+1reb+1ast

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Stats Leaders - ACB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Shannon EVANS II

Real B
(185-PG-1994)
Avg: 20.8

20.8

17.6

17.2

15.7

15.7

Fuenlabrada signs Jordan Caroline - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Urbas-Fuenlabrada-Madrid (Liga Endesa) signed 26-year old American forward Jordan Caroline (201cm-107kg-1996, college: Nevada). Caroline started the season at BAXI Manresa in the Liga Endesa. In two games he had 8.0ppg, 6.5rpg and 1.0apg. He also played 2 games in Basketball Champions League where he recorded 10.0ppg, 3.5rpg and 1.0apg.
Caroline is quite experienced player. He has played in five different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Australia and of course North America). Caroline has played previously professionally in Australia (United), Israel (Hapoel Eilat), Italy (Trento), Taiwan (Jeoutai) and NBA G League (South Bay Lakers). His team won MWC Regular Season in 2017 and 2018.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from University of Nevada in 2019 and it is his fourth season as a professional player.

Amadou Sidibe (ex Penarol) is a newcomer at Lleida - by Dimitri Chelidze

He has played also professionally in France (Tours and ALM Evreux), Portugal (Lusitania), and Spain (Melilla and Alicante).

Among many awards, he played in the final of the Spanish LEB Silver Play-Off in 2018. Sidibe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Honorable Mention in 2021.

He graduated from Fairfield University in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.

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SWEDEN

Sweden and Latvia win openers at the Baltic Sea U16 Cup - by Eurobasket News

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SWITZERLAND

Stats Leaders LNA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kimani LAWRENCE

Lugano
(203-PF-1998)
Avg: 24.2

24.2

23.6

22.9

20.2

19.7

SBL Round 12: Vevey Riviera is defeated by Geneve - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Geneve between second ranked Vevey Riviera (8-4) and fourth ranked Geneve (8-4) on Tuesday night. Vevey Riviera was defeated by Geneve in a tough game on the road 78-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vevey Riviera. Geneve dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Vevey Riviera's 38. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Dominican point guard Bryan Colon (181-1992) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 7 rebounds and American center Keith Clanton (206-1990, college: UCF) who added 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international power forward Jonathan Dubas (204-1991) with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Geneve moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Vevey Riviera. Geneve will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vevey Riviera will play at home against the league's leader Massagno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
SBL top team - Massagno (11-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixth ranked Boncourt (5-7) 104-81. The winners were led by American forward Isaiah Williams (201-1992, college: Iona) who scored that evening 21 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and Juwann James supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Massagno's coach Robbi Gubitosa felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds by Nigerian power forward Martins Igbanu (203-1997, college: Tulsa) did not help to save the game for Boncourt. Massagno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Boncourt at the other side keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Lugano and Starwings. Massagno will play against Vevey Riviera (#4) on the road in the next round. Boncourt will play against Lugano and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Monthey between Nyon and Monthey. Tenth ranked Nyon (3-8) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Monthey (4-8). Nyon managed to escape with a 2-point win 84-82 on Wednesday evening. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was DeVante Brooks who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Jaizec Lottie who recorded 20 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nyon maintains tenth position with 3-8 record. Monthey lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. Nyon will meet at home bottom-ranked Swiss Central (#11) in the next round. Monthey will play against Starwings and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 12 Lugano won against Starwings on the opponent's court 98-84. Bottom-ranked Swiss Central lost to defending champion Fribourg in a home game 43-121.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 22 points and 7 assists by Davonta Jordan of Fribourg.

Geneve - Vevey Riviera 85-78

The most important game in the last round took place in Geneve between second ranked Vevey Riviera (8-4) and fourth ranked Geneve (8-4) on Tuesday night. Vevey Riviera was defeated by Geneve in a tough game on the road 78-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vevey Riviera. Geneve dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Vevey Riviera's 38. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Dominican point guard Bryan Colon (181-1992) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 7 rebounds and American center Keith Clanton (206-1990, college: UCF) who added 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international power forward Jonathan Dubas (204-1991) with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Mateus Rodrigues (185-1999) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Four Vevey Riviera players scored in double figures. Geneve moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Vevey Riviera. Geneve will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vevey Riviera will play at home against the league's leader Massagno and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Vevey Riviera: T.Johnson 18+7reb, M.Williams 17+5reb+3ast, J.Dubas 16+10reb+6ast, R.Mateus 14+8reb+3ast, M.Sjoberg 7+1ast, M.Johnson 6+6reb+7ast
Geneve: B.Colon 28+7reb+1ast, E.Thomas 15+3reb+1ast, K.Clanton 11+8reb+2ast, S.Miljanic 9+2reb+2ast, N.Anabir 9+4reb, J.Paige 7+6reb+3ast

Monthey - Nyon 82-84

A very close game took place in Monthey between Nyon and Monthey. Tenth ranked Nyon (3-8) got a very close victory on the road over 9th ranked Monthey (4-8). Nyon managed to escape with a 2-point win 84-82 on Wednesday evening. Nyon made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was DeVante Brooks (198, college: S.Arkansas, agency: Players Group) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Colin Dougherty (193-1996, college: Hobart) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Nyon players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jaizec Lottie (188-1998, college: Flagler) who recorded 20 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Jay Jay Chandler III (193-1998, college: USA) added 18 points and 7 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nyon maintains tenth position with 3-8 record. Monthey lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. Nyon will meet at home bottom-ranked Swiss Central (#11) in the next round. Monthey will play against Starwings and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Monthey: J.Lottie 20+6reb+7ast, J.Jay Chandler III 18+4reb+7ast, K.Langford 15+5reb+4ast, J.Landenbergue 9+1reb, M.Humphrey 7+7reb+3ast, B.Kuba 4+4reb
Nyon: D.Brooks 18+10reb+1ast, C.Dougherty 17+6reb+2ast, J.Jaunin 13+3reb+9ast, M.N'Doye 13+2reb+1ast, E.Fongue 7+1reb+3ast, W.Van Rooij 6+6reb+1ast

Boncourt - Massagno 81-104

SBL top team - Massagno (11-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed sixth ranked Boncourt (5-7) 104-81. They outrebounded Boncourt 35-22 including 24 on the defensive glass. Massagno players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The winners were led by American forward Isaiah Williams (201-1992, college: Iona) who scored that evening 21 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and the other American import power forward Juwann James (198-1987, college: JMU) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Massagno's coach Robbi Gubitosa felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds by Nigerian power forward Martins Igbanu (203-1997, college: Tulsa) did not help to save the game for Boncourt. The former international Florian Steinmann (197-1991) added 15 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Massagno have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Boncourt at the other side keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Lugano and Starwings. Massagno will play against Vevey Riviera (#4) on the road in the next round. Boncourt will play against Lugano and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Boncourt: M.Igbanu 34+5reb+3ast, K.Monteiro 15+4reb, F.Steinmann 15+2reb+3ast, M.Kessler 10+1ast, M.Nesbitt Jr. 7+6reb+2ast, D.Simon 0
Massagno: I.Williams 21+7reb+7ast, D.Mladjan 16+3reb+3ast, R.Kovac 15+3reb, J.James 15+5reb+3ast, M.Mladjan 12+5reb+1ast, N.Stevanovic 8+1ast

Starwings - Lugano 84-98

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Basel where 7th ranked Starwings (5-7) were defeated by eighth ranked Lugano (5-7) 98-84 on Wednesday. Lugano looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Robert Zinn (197-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds and 18 assists. American center Justyn Hamilton (211-1999, college: Kent St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Noah Dickerson (205-1997, college: Washington) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds and Serbian-German forward Andrija Matic (208-1996, college: Keiser) added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Starwings' coach Antonios Doukas rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lugano moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Starwings and Boncourt. Lugano will meet at home Boncourt (#6) in the next round. Starwings will play against Monthey and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Starwings: N.Dickerson 24+15reb+1ast, A.Matic 20+8reb+6ast, S.Williams 15+4reb+5ast, V.Milenkovic 11+5reb+9ast, S.Davet 5+2reb, B.Eddie 4
Lugano: J.Hamilton 26+12reb+1ast, K.Lawrence 26+7reb+4ast, R.Zinn 21+5reb+18ast, I.Ross 19+2reb+2ast, D.Massimiliano 6+2reb+1ast, A.Omar 0

Swiss Central - Fribourg 43-121

Very predictable result in Luzern where second ranked Fribourg (9-3) smashed bottom-ranked Swiss Central (1-11) 121-43 on Wednesday. Fribourg shot 65.2 percent from the field. They also forced 28 Swiss Central turnovers and outrebounded them 35-18 including a 25-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Fribourg shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 74.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Swiss Central's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Fribourg made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American guard Davonta Jordan (188-1997, college: Buffalo, agency: Tropical Sports Agency) who scored 22 points and 7 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). The former international forward Paul Gravet (204-1995) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. Five Fribourg players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Rwandan power forward Dylan Schommer (204-1997) who recorded 17 points and 6 rebounds and American swingman Trevion Lamar (196-1999, college: Catawba) added 13 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fribourg have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 9-3 record having just two points less than leader Massagno. Swiss Central lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 11 games lost. Fribourg will meet at home Neuchatel (#5) in the next round. Swiss Central will play against Nyon (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Swiss Central: D.Schommer 17+6reb, T.Lamar 13+1ast, S.Leemans 4+1reb, H.Jusovic 2+2reb, J.Roche 2+2reb, S.Luc 2+2reb
Fribourg: D.Jordan 22+1reb+7ast, P.Gravet 21+5reb+1ast, Y.Solca 16+2reb+6ast, N.Jurkovitz 13+8reb+2ast, J.Kazadi 13+3ast, A.Nikola 11+4reb

James Padgett (ex Fribourg) signs at Levice - by Michal Duchovic

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TAIWAN

T1 League Round 16: TB Herobears beat GhostHawks by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 16 in the T1 League ended with only three-point defeat of one of their biggest challengers GhostHawks (6-6) to fourth ranked TB Herobears (5-5) 112-109 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of GhostHawks. Strangely GhostHawks outrebounded TB Herobears 49-29 including a 24-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 51.6 percentage. TB Herobears looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Branden Dawson (200-1993, college: Michigan St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. The former international swingman Chi-Wei Lee (192-1993) contributed with 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists for the winners. Maltese center Samuel Deguara (230-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field) for GhostHawks. TB Herobears maintains fourth position with 5-5 record. GhostHawks at the other side keep the third place with six games lost. TB Herobears are looking forward to face Suns (#5) in Taichung in the next round. GhostHawks will play on the road against the league's second-placed Aquas in Kaohsiung and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An interesting game for N.Taipei CTBC (9-3) which played against 4th ranked TB Herobears (5-5). First ranked N.Taipei CTBC had an easy win 112-75. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian center Kristijan Krajina (208-1990, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: 011 Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and Mohammad Al Bachir who added 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. N.Taipei CTBC's coach Yi-hua Lee felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Branden Dawson (200-1993, college: Michigan St.) responded with 22 points and 8 rebounds. N.Taipei CTBC have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-3 record. TB Herobears at the other side keep the fourth place with five games lost. N.Taipei CTBC will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TB Herobears will play at home against Suns (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 16 bottom-ranked Taoyuan L. were smashed by Taichung Suns 96-71.

Taichung Suns - Taoyuan L. 96-71

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Suns' (5-6) victory over bottom-ranked Leopards (1-9) 96-71. Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Leopards' 28. They outrebounded Leopards 52-36 including a 42-29 advantage in defensive rebounds. Suns players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Leopards' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 16 rebounds and Iranian-British center Aaron Geramipoor (213-1992, college: Seton Hall) who added 24 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side Polish center Adam Lapeta (217-1987, agency: Interperformances) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks and Nigerian-American guard Michael Efevberha (195-1984, college: CSUN) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four Leopards players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Suns maintains fifth position with 5-6 record. Leopards lost eighth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with nine games lost. Suns will play against higher ranked TB Herobears (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Leopards will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Taoyuan L.: A.Lapeta 21+17reb+1ast, M.Efevberha 19+9reb+2ast, C.Chang 12+4reb+2ast, J.Lu 11+2reb+3ast, C.Wei 3, P.Tseng 3+1reb+1ast
Taichung Suns: T.Bishop 27+16reb+3ast, A.Geramipoor 24+11reb+5ast, M.Johnson 20+8reb+4ast, K.Lu 9+1ast, C.Chen 6+3reb+3ast, D.Bayasgalan 4+2reb+6ast

TB Herobears - N.Taipei CTBC 75-112

An interesting game for N.Taipei CTBC (9-3) which played against 4th ranked TB Herobears (5-5). First ranked N.Taipei CTBC had an easy win 112-75. N.Taipei CTBC forced 19 TB Herobears turnovers and had a 39-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian center Kristijan Krajina (208-1990, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: 011 Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and the former international forward Mohammad Al Bachir (188-1998) who added 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four N.Taipei CTBC players scored in double figures. N.Taipei CTBC's coach Yi-hua Lee felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Branden Dawson (200-1993, college: Michigan St.) responded with 22 points and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Yu-An Chiang (174-1991) scored 11 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. N.Taipei CTBC have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-3 record. TB Herobears at the other side keep the fourth place with five games lost. N.Taipei CTBC will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. TB Herobears will play at home against Suns (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
TB Herobears: B.Dawson 22+8reb+3ast, Y.Chiang 11+6reb+6ast, S.Fan 10+2reb+1ast, T.Xun-Xiang 7+3reb+2ast, P.Ibeh 7+12reb+1ast, Y.Chu 7+7reb+1ast
N.Taipei CTBC: A.Bachir Mohammad 22+7reb+4ast, Y.Hsieh 22+4reb+1ast, D.Conger 21+8reb+1ast, K.Krajina 21+11reb+1ast, W.Chia-Hao 7+3reb+2ast, T.Fang Yi-Kang 7+3reb

Tainan GH - TB Herobears 109-112

The most exciting game of round 16 in the T1 League ended with only three-point defeat of one of their biggest challengers GhostHawks (6-6) to fourth ranked TB Herobears (5-5) 112-109 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of GhostHawks. Strangely GhostHawks outrebounded TB Herobears 49-29 including a 24-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 51.6 percentage. TB Herobears looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Branden Dawson (200-1993, college: Michigan St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. The former international swingman Chi-Wei Lee (192-1993) contributed with 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists for the winners. Maltese center Samuel Deguara (230-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field) and Indian-Canadian center Sim Bhullar (226-1992, college: NM State) added 24 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for GhostHawks. Four TB Herobears and five GhostHawks players scored in double figures. TB Herobears maintains fourth position with 5-5 record. GhostHawks at the other side keep the third place with six games lost. TB Herobears are looking forward to face Suns (#5) in Taichung in the next round. GhostHawks will play on the road against the league's second-placed Aquas in Kaohsiung and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tainan GH: S.Deguara 30+14reb+3ast, S.Bhullar 24+14reb+2ast, W.Chien 18+4reb+3ast, K.Mao-Wei 11+1reb+4ast, L.Han-sheng 10+7reb+9ast, K.Lu 6+1reb+5ast
TB Herobears: C.Lee 33+3reb+4ast, B.Dawson 28+15reb+5ast, Y.Chiang 22+3reb+10ast, H.Jhen 12+2reb+8ast, P.Ibeh 8+2reb+3ast, Y.Chu 7+2reb

Dawson's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old forward Branden Dawson (200-F-1993) had an amazing evening in the last round for TB Herobears and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 16.
He had a double-double of 28 points and 15 rebounds, while his team edged out Tainan GH (#3, 6-6) 112-109. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. TB Herobears maintains the 4th position in Taiwanese league. TB Herobears is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 5-5 record. In the team's last game Dawson had a remarkable 65.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be TB Herobears' top player in his first season with the team. Michigan State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Dawson is in league's top in points (6th best: 21.9ppg) and averages solid 2.1bpg and 2.9spg.

Second best performed player last round was Adam Lapeta (217-C-1987, agency: Interperformances) of Taoyuan L.. He is Polish center in his first season at Taoyuan L.. In the last game Lapeta recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 17 rebounds. Bad luck as Taoyuan L. lost that game 71-96 to slightly higher-ranked Taichung Suns (#5, 5-6). Taoyuan L. are still at the very bottom. 9 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Taoyuan L. managed to get this year. Lapeta is a newcomer at Taoyuan L. and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third place about best performers goes to center Samuel Deguara (230-C-1991) of Tainan GH (#3). Deguara got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for fourteen rebounds . Despite Deguara's great performance Tainan GH lost 109-112 to #4 ranked TB Herobears. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Tainan GH needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 6 victories and 6 lost games. Deguara has a great season in Taiwan. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.3ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 10.9rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Chi-Wei Lee (192-G/F-1993) of TB Herobears - 33 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Tony Bishop (202-F-1989) of Taichung Suns - 27 points, 16 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Sim Bhullar (226-C-1992) of Tainan GH - 24 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Aaron Geramipoor (213-C-1992) of Taichung Suns - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Yu-An Chiang (174-PG-1991) of TB Herobears - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 10 assists
9. Kristijan Krajina (208-C-1990) of N.Taipei CTBC - 21 points and 11 rebounds
10. Marlon Johnson (208-PF-1994) of Taichung Suns - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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THAILAND

Kentrell Barkley paces Singapore Slingers past Bangkok Tigers - by Eurobasket News

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TURKEY

Sherron Dorsey-Walker (ex Start) signs at Sigortam.net - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Cayirova tabs Can Altintig - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

TB2L newcomer Cayirova inked experienced 36-year old former international 195cm guard Can Altintig. Altintig started the season at Konyaspor in BSL. He helped his team get promotion to BSL. In 12 games he averaged 5.6ppg, 1.2rpg and 2.1apg. TB2L will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. The last season he played also at Konyaspor (TBL) where in 11 games he had 4.5ppg, 1.4rpg and 1.7apg. Altintig contributed to his team winning the TBL title.
He was a member of Turkish international program for some years. Altintig was called to Turkish Senior National Team back in 2009 and previously for U20 National Team in 2007.
He has spent his entire career in Turkey playing for eight other teams: Tofas, Pinar Karsiyaka, Trabzonspor, Fenerbahce, Kocaeli, Bandirma, Yalovaspor and Uludag Universitesi.
Altintig is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Cayirova.

Anadolu Efes keep Singleton for another season - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Tobin Carberry gets MVP of the Week award for Turkish TBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Tobin Carberry (193-G-1991) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's second-best Mersin and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents TBL Player of the Week award for round 13.
The 31-year old guard had the game-high 24 points adding four rebounds and seven assists for Mersin in his team's victory, helping them to beat OGM Orman (#12, 5-8) 90-84. Mersin maintains the 2nd position in Turkish TBL. Mersin has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 12-1. In the team's last game Carberry had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Mersin's top player in his first season with the team. Long Island University - LIU Post graduate has very impressive stats this year. Carberry is in league's top in points (3rd best: 21.5ppg) and averages solid 58.4% FGP. Worth to mention Carberry played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Hazer Avci (206-F-1987) of OGM Orman. Avci impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as OGM Orman lost that game 84-90 to the higher-ranked Mersin (#2, 12-1). Despite lost game OGM Orman moved up to 12th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-8 record. Avci is a newcomer at OGM Orman and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was American Chris Warren (177-PG-1988) of top-ranked Cagdas BS. Warren scored 29 points and passed six assists. He was a key player of Cagdas BS, leading his team to a 97-79 easy win against the lower-ranked Haremspor (#11, 5-8). Warren has a great season in Turkey. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.1ppg (2nd best). He also has FGP: 54.7% and 3PT: 42.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Hakan Yapar (202-PF-1984) of Cagdas BS - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Donte Clark (194-G-1994) of Haremspor - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Eric Buckner (208-C-1990) of Sigortam.net - 17 points and 9 rebounds
7. Deniz Celen (203-F-1997) of Sigortam.net - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
8. Brandon Huffman (208-F/C-1998) of Bornova - 13 points and 16 rebounds
9. Cavit Havsa (194-F/G-1997) of Cagdas BS - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Clint Robinson (203-F/C-1994) of Final Spor - 16 points and 8 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Auguste's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old center Zach Auguste (208-C-1993, agency: Pensack Sports) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Bursaspor and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had a double-double of 26 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Besiktas (#15, 3-10) 88-74. Bursaspor is placed at 4th position in Turkish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Bursaspor will need more victories to improve their 9-4 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Auguste as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Zach Auguste averages this season 11.8ppg and 5.8rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Onuralp Bitim (196-G/F-1999). He is international swingman in his second season at Bursaspor. In the last game Bitim recorded impressive 28 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course together with Auguste he helped Bursaspor with another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Darussafaka (#6, 7-6) 97-71. This victory allowed Bursaspor to move up to 4th position in the standings. His team's 9-4 record is not bad at all. Bitim is well-known at Bursaspor and together with Zach Auguste he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.8ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 5.9rpg and 3.8apg.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Berk Ugurlu (192-PG-1996) of Tofas (#8). Ugurlu scored 20 points and passed eight assists. Despite Ugurlu's great performance Tofas lost 82-88 to slightly higher-ranked Darussafaka (#6, 7-6). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Tofas ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 7 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ugurlu could help Tofas to bring them higher in the standings. Ugurlu has a great season in Turkey. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.4apg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jerry Boutsiele (208-C-1994) of Bahcesehir - 13 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Jordan Morgan (204-C-1991) of Konyaspor - 26 points and 7 rebounds
6. Francisco Cruz (191-G-1989) of Manisa - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists
7. Max Heidegger (191-G-1997) of Merkezefendi - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
8. David McCormack (208-C-1999) of Besiktas - 19 points and 7 rebounds
9. Evan Bruinsma (202-PF-1992) of Manisa - 16 points and 6 rebounds
10. Jeremy Simmons (204-C-1989) of Petkim - 19 points and 4 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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UNITED CUP

Immortals ink James Milton - by Ghassan Abousamra

He played last summer at Uprise in the United Cup. In four games he was league's second best scorer with impressive 20.3ppg and had 13.5rpg (leader !!!), 1.8apg, 1.5spg (in top 4) and 1.8bpg.

He won Belizean NEBL championship title in 2015.
Milton graduated from Stevenson University in 2013 and it will be his eleventh season as a professional player.

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URUGUAY

Stats Leaders - LUB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Donald SIMS

Bigua
(190-SG-1987)
Avg: 21.2

21.2

20.4

19.4

18.8

18.8

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USCAA-NCCAA

Historic Night from Stan Smith as Tigers Crush Bobcats - by Eurobasket News

After a dramatic win over Glenville State to go into their holiday break, the Salem University men's basketball team had their third consecutive game against a local rival as they took on the West Virginia Wesleyan Bobcats, Salem's offensive firepower was on full display the whole afternoon, and the cruised to a 92-57 over the Bobcats. In the first half, neither team was able to grab initial control of the game. However, the Salem scoring opened up thanks to two big three points from Markanthony Fidelis (6'3''-G) and Stan Smith. Once the Tigers took control of the scoreboard, it was pedal to the metal as they quickly ran out to a double digit lead. The hot outside shooting opened up some extra scoring opportunities on the interior for Fope Okuyiga (6'6''-F) and Justin Tene (6'8''-C-1998). With the Salem offense humming along, Salem cruised into the halftime break with a 50-28 lead. In the second half, it was more of the same. Stan Smith opened up the half with more offensive fireworks, and Salem continued to seemingly score at will. Towards the end of the period, Salem even got some key buckets to seal the game away from Ata Atsuren, Walker Moreland (6'0''-PG), and Ashraf Tchadouwa (6'7''-C). The final buzzer would sound, and Salem welcomed in the New Year with an impressive 92-57 blowout win over West Virginia Wesleyan. On the stats sheet, the clear leader was Stan Smith who notched an impressive 12-16 from the three point line towards his career high 42 points. The other Tigers who scored in double figures were Markanthony Fidelis with 13 and Fope Okuyiga with 11. Justin Tene also had 10 rebounds for the Tigers. Salem would be able to take in this win and continue on with their season with some momentum as they are set for a grudge match with Washington Adventist on January 7th on the road in Takoma Park, Maryland at 7 PM.
Courtesy of: salemtigers.com

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VIETNAM

Saigon Heat overcame Black Bears in Singapore - by Eurobasket News

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Women News

Stats Leaders - WNBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tiffany MITCHELL

Melbourne
(175-PG-1994)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

19.9

18.9

18.7

17.6

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BELGIUM

Hainaut welcomes back Armant, ex Liege - by Eurobasket News

Union-Saint-Amand-Porte-du-Hainaut (LFB) landed 23-year old Belgian 190cm power forward Morgane Armant. It is actually her comeback to Saint-Amand as she has played here before. Armant started the season at Ladies Liege Panthers in Belgian Top Division Women. In 8 games she averaged 8.0ppg, 7.4rpg and 2.5spg.
She has played previously for three other France teams: Nice, Nantes and Montbrison. (via @Be_BasketFr)

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BOSNIA

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Niya MITCHELL

Jedinstvo
(178-F-)
Avg: 30.3

30.3

23.1

21.0

18.6

18.5

Orlovi signs Ivona Krakic - by Zeljko Zule

ZKK-Orlovi-Banja-Luka (Division I) signed 23-year old Bosnian forward Ivona Krakic (188cm-1999, college: Georgian Court). Krakic started the season at Novosadska ZKA Novi Sad in Serbian 1 ZLS. In 8 games she had 5.0ppg and 5.4rpg.
She represented Bosnia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Sopron (Hungary) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 4.6ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.3spg.
Krakic graduated from Georgian Court University in 2020 and it is her third season as a professional player.

Proteas land Jovana Mandic - by Eurobasket News

A1 newcomer AEO-Proteas-Voulas tabbed 30-year old Bosnian-Croatian international 192cm center Jovana Mandic (college: Nicholls State). Mandic started the season at Slavia Banska Bystrica in Slovakian Extraliga. In 13 games she averaged 8.5ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.8apg and 1.1spg. She also played 8 games in Eurocup where she had 8.4ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.8apg and 1.0spg. Mandic has been regularly called to Bosnia and Herzegovina Senior National Team since 2022.
She is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball she experienced life in six different countries playing on three different continents. Mandic is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. She has played previously professionally in Argentina (Penarol), Germany (ChemCats Chemnitz), Hungary (ELTE BEAC Ujbuda), Italy (Umbertide and Sarcedo), Portugal (CAB Madeira) and Spain (Aviles, Almeria and Batalyaws).
Among many awards her college team made it to the Portuguese Cup Final Four in 2022. Mandic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention back in 2018.
She graduated from Nicholls State in 2016 and it is her seventh season in pro basketball.

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CANADA

CIS Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sarah GATES

McMaster
(178-G-)
Avg: 27.2

27.2

23.1

22.1

21.5

21.4

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CROATIA

Proteas land Jovana Mandic - by Eurobasket News

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Valeriane VUKOSAVLJEVIC

USK
(183-F-1994)
Avg: 21.5

21.5

19.7

18.0

16.5

15.4

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EGYPT

Results of Round 1 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Following are the results of Round 1 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place on 30-12-2022

Places 1-8

30-12-2022 Sporting x Al Ittihad 65-59

30-12-2022 Al Gezira x NBEC67-64

30-12-2022 Al Ahly x El Tayaran91-47

30-12-2022 Somouha x Al Zamalek93-53

Places 9-16

30-12-2022 Heliopolis x El Ward97-55

30-12-2022 Misr Insurance x Al Zohour SC71-51

30-12-2022 Shooting x Nasr56-44

30-12-2022 El Shams x October58-48

Results of Round 2 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Following are the results of Round 2 of Egyptian Super League for Women 2022-2023 that took place on 3-1-2023

Places 1-8

3-1-2023 Al Zamalek x El Tayaran57-82

3-1-2023 Somouha x Al Gezira62-67

3-1-2023 NBEC x Sporting74-79

3-1-2023 Al Ittihad x Al Ahly74-88

Places 9-16

3-1-2023 Al Zohour SC x Heliopolis69-100

3-1-2023 El Shams x Misr Insurance60-58

3-1-2023 El Ward x Shooting46-71

3-1-2023 October x Nasr55-71

Lytle starts her pro career at Somouha - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Somouha (Superleague) added to their roster American guard Emily Lytle (180cm).

Lytle just graduated from Virginia-Tech (NCAA). In 33 games she recorded 3.9ppg and 2.7rpg last season. She helped them to make it to the semifinals.

Lytle started her college career at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (NCAA). Then she moved to Liberty University (NCAA). Lytle's high school career she had spent at Evangelical Christian School in Cordova, TN.

Of course it will be her first season as a professional player.

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EL SALVADOR

Liga Superior Round 3: Sivar lose their first game against Costa Rica - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Sivar (2-1) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Costa Rica (3-0) 63-48. It was a great evening for Sara Garcia (165-1984) who led her team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 rebounds. Alicia Abarca (165-1997) helped adding 7 points and 12 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Amalia Velasquez (160-1993) with 10 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Very important is a road loss of Santa Tecla Elite (3-0) against UCA (1-2) on Thursday night. Visiting Santa Tecla Elite was crushed by UCA in 69-37. It was an exceptional evening for Yashary Hernandez (170-1999) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists. Ana Hernandez accounted for 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Karla Alas (165-1996) came up with 10 points and 8 rebounds for Santa Tecla Elite in the defeat. UCA will play against Opico (#6) in the next round. Santa Tecla Elite will play against Se7en (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Teclenas (#4) were upset in Santa Tecla by Santa Tecla F1 64-43. The best player for the winners was Adriana Rivas who scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. Santa Tecla F1's coach felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Paola Ortiz who recorded 8 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

In the last two games of round 3 Teclenas destroyed Se7en on the opponent's court 59-35. Winless Santa Tecla F1 managed to outperform UCA in a home game 46-37.

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UCA - Santa Tecla Elite 69-37

Very important is a road loss of Santa Tecla Elite (3-0) against UCA (1-2) on Thursday night. Visiting Santa Tecla Elite was crushed by UCA in 69-37. UCA outrebounded Santa Tecla Elite 55-27 including a 26-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Yashary Hernandez (170-1999) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 17 rebounds and 8 assists. Ana Hernandez (165-2001) accounted for 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Karla Alas (165-1996) came up with 10 points and 8 rebounds and forward Silvia Perez (158-2002) added 16 points respectively for Santa Tecla Elite in the defeat. UCA will play against Opico (#6) in the next round. Santa Tecla Elite will play against Se7en (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Santa Tecla Elite: S.Perez 16+2reb+2ast, K.Alas 10+8reb+3ast, K.Candelas 7+9reb+4ast, R.Sarah 2+4reb+2ast, V.Mayerly 2+1reb+1ast, B.Alejandra 0
UCA: Y.Hernandez 21+17reb+8ast, H.Ana 14+6reb+4ast, Z.Jocelyne 13+8reb, R.Reyes 8+12reb+3ast, A.Rivera 5+1ast, N.Duran 4+7reb+4ast

Se7en - Teclenas 35-59

Very expected game when Se7en (0-2) was crushed at home by Teclenas (2-2) 59-35 on Thursday. Teclenas held Se7en to an opponent 21.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 37.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Teclenas looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Se7en's players. The best player for the winners was point guard Alejandra Ayala (174-1993) who scored 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Andrea Molina (164-2001) chipped in 8 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Ariela Castillo who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Valeria Argueta added 15 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Teclenas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Se7en will play against Santa Tecla Elite (#2) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Se7en: A.Valeria 15+3reb+1ast, C.Ariela 14+10reb+2ast, G.Jhoselin 2+2reb, P.Yoselyn 2+6reb+1ast, R.Adela 2+1ast, P.Ivis 0+4reb
Teclenas: A.Ayala 24+8reb+5ast, A.Molina 8+2reb+6ast, M.Leyla 8+2reb+1ast, J.Jovel 6+5reb+1ast, R.Fabiola 5+1ast, P.Ortiz 4+9reb+3ast

Santa Tecla F1 - UCA 46-37

There was a small surprise when Santa Tecla F1 (0-3) defeated at home UCA (1-2) 46-37 on Saturday. Santa Tecla F1 held UCA to an opponent 20.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 31.7 percent accuracy of the winners. The best player for the winners was Adriana Rivas (175-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 16 rebounds. Point guard Paola Campos (165-2001) chipped in 15 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Yashary Hernandez (170-1999) who recorded 7 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Rosa Reyes (162-1989) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Santa Tecla F1 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. UCA will play against Opico (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
UCA: R.Reyes 10+8reb+1ast, H.Ana 9+5reb+4ast, Y.Hernandez 7+12reb+2ast, N.Duran 6+9reb+1ast, A.Rivera 3+6reb+4ast, G.Rodriguez 2+1ast
Santa Tecla F1: P.Campos 15+4reb, A.Rivas 11+16reb+2ast, L.Camila 10+7reb+2ast, F.Manzanares 6+3reb+2ast, A.Garcia 2+4reb+3ast, F.Maria 2+10reb+2ast

Teclenas - Santa Tecla F1 43-64

Teclenas (#4) were upset in Santa Tecla by Santa Tecla F1 64-43. Santa Tecla F1 held Teclenas to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 31.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Santa Tecla F1 looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Santa Tecla F1 made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Adriana Rivas (175-1996) who scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Paola Campos (165-2001) chipped in 14 points. Santa Tecla F1's coach felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was center Paola Ortiz (172-2001) who recorded 8 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Alejandra Ayala (174-1993) added 11 points and 5 assists respectively. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Teclenas: A.Ayala 11+4reb+5ast, P.Ortiz 8+12reb+2ast, M.Leyla 8+9reb+2ast, M.Recinos 7+7reb+4ast, A.Molina 5+5reb+1ast, J.Jovel 4+6reb
Santa Tecla F1: P.Campos 14+2reb+2ast, A.Lima 14+1reb+2ast, A.Rivas 12+9reb+3ast, F.Gracia 8+6reb+4ast, L.Camila 5+3reb+2ast, A.Garcia 5+1reb+3ast

Sivar - Costa Rica 48-63

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Sivar (2-1) at the home court on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by Costa Rica (3-0) 63-48. It was a great evening for Sara Garcia (165-1984) who led her team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 rebounds. Alicia Abarca (165-1997) helped adding 7 points and 12 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Amalia Velasquez (160-1993) with 10 points and 5 rebounds and center Samantha Vasquez (162-2002) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sivar: S.Vasquez 12+4reb+1ast, A.Velasquez 10+5reb+2ast, K.Alfaro 6+7reb+2ast, V.Castro 5+2reb+8ast, D.Yansi 5+9reb+1ast, G.Wendy 5+2ast
Costa Rica: S.Garcia 18+5reb+2ast, L.Heimy 11+1reb+1ast, L.Sermeno 10+6reb+3ast, O.Trujillo 8+4reb+1ast, A.Abarca 7+12reb+2ast, J.Portan 4+4reb+1ast

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EUROCUP

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jennie SIMMS

E.Holon
(183-G-1994)
Avg: 22.0

22.0

21.8

21.4

21.4

21.2

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FRANCE

Hainaut welcomes back Armant, ex Liege - by Eurobasket News

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GREECE

A1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Megan GUSTAFSON

Olym.
(190-F-1996)
Avg: 20.4

20.4

19.5

18.8

18.6

17.8

Panathlitikos ink Angela Tompkins, ex Antalya - by Eurobasket Center

Panathlitikos-SF-Sykeon (A1) agreed terms with 31-year old American forward Angela Tompkins (188cm-1991, college: Wichita State). In her first game she scored 20 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Despite her good performance her new team lost to Chania 51-69. Tompkins started the season at Antalya Gunesi in Turkish TKBL. In 14 games she had very impressive stats: 27.1ppg, 12.4rpg, 2.7apg and 1.3spg. She was also named League Player of the Week (2 times). The last season she played also at Antalya (TKBL) where in 12 games she recorded also remarkable stats: 24.3ppg, 12.3rpg and 1.4apg. Good season as she was also here named League Player of the Week.
Tompkins is quite experienced player. She has played in four different countries on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Tompkins has played previously professionally also in Australia (Dolphins and Chargers), Cyprus (Asbis AEL Limassol and Etha), Greece (Panionios and Giannena) and Turkey (Cesme and Bodrum). She was also voted to Eurobasket.com Cyprus League All-Imports Team in 2020 and 2021.
Tompkins graduated from Wichita State in 2018 and it is her fifth season as a professional player.

A1 Round 13: Esperides lose to Niki Lefkadas - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game between third ranked Esperides (8-5) and fifth ranked Niki Lefkadas (7-6) was the most important one in the last round on Wednesday night. Esperides was defeated by Niki Lefkadas in a tough game in Lefkadas 59-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Esperides. They outrebounded Esperides 35-18 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Swingman Abby OConnor (183-1998, college: Gonzaga) contributed with 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Valerie Higgins (185-1998, college: Pacific, agency: LBM Management) answered with 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for Esperides. Esperides' coach Thanos Softsis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Niki Lefkadas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Eleutheria M. and PAOK. Esperides at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Niki Lefkadas is looking forward to face league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Esperides will play at home against Eleutheria M. and is hoping to win this game.
A1 top team - Olympiacos (13-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Eunikos (4-9) in Liosa 81-58. American forward Megan Gustafson (190-1996, college: Iowa) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners and Angeliki Nikolopoulou chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side American forward Asiah Jones (190-1998, college: Jacksonville) responded with 10 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Olympiacos have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-0 record. Eunikos lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Olympiacos will play against Niki Lefkadas (#4) at home in the next round. Eunikos will play against Chania (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Thessaloniki was also quite interesting. 4th placed Eleutheria M. (7-6) played at the court of sixth ranked PAOK (7-6). PAOK defeated Eleutheria M. 76-66 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Eleutheria M.. Evgenia Kollatou nailed 20 points and 8 assists for the winning side. Keke Calloway came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Eleutheria M. in the defeat. PAOK moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Eleutheria M. and Niki Lefkadas. PAOK will meet at home Giannena (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Eleutheria M. will play against Esperides (#3) in Glyfada and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 13 were not that significant. Panathinaikos beat Dafni Agioy on the road 67-56. Giannena lost to Proteas on its own court 77-84. Chania managed to outperform Panathlitikos in a road game 69-51.
The most impressive performance of 13th round was 12 points and 12 rebounds by Zada Williams of PAOK.

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Dafni Agioy - Panathinaikos 56-67

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Panathinaikos (12-1) beat bottom-ranked Dafni Agioy (2-11) in Athens 67-56 on Friday. Panathinaikos looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Chastity Reed (185-1989, college: UALR) nailed 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-1996, college: WSU) accounted for 10 points and 9 assists. Panathinaikos' coach Eleni Kapogianni used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Kayla Wells (183-1999, college: Texas A&M) came up with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import center Yemiyah Morris (198-1998, college: WVU) added 13 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Dafni Agioy in the defeat. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Panathinaikos. They maintain second place with 12-1 record behind leader Olympiacos. Dafni Agioy lost their fifth game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 11 games lost. Panathinaikos will meet at home Panathlitikos (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dafni Agioy will play against Proteas in Voula and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Panathinaikos: C.Reed 19+5reb+6ast, P.Pavlopoulou 10+3reb+9ast, D.Theodoromanolaki 8+2reb, A.Carter 7+2reb+2ast, B.Elisavet 6+4reb, E.Potter 5+8reb+1ast
Dafni Agioy: K.Wells 18+9reb+5ast, Y.Morris 13+11reb+2ast, A.Spatharou 10+2ast, E.Gkritza 6+3reb, Z.Oikonomaki 3+3ast, J.Dean 2+3reb+7ast

Eunikos - Olympiacos 58-81

A1 top team - Olympiacos (13-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed ninth ranked Eunikos (4-9) in Liosa 81-58. They outrebounded Eunikos 39-28 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Olympiacos players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Eunikos' players. American forward Megan Gustafson (190-1996, college: Iowa) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field) for the winners and the former international guard Angeliki Nikolopoulou (177-1991) chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side American forward Asiah Jones (190-1998, college: Jacksonville) responded with 10 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import forward Destiny Campbell (185, college: ECU) scored 12 points and 4 assists. Four Eunikos players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Olympiacos have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-0 record. Eunikos lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Olympiacos will play against Niki Lefkadas (#4) at home in the next round. Eunikos will play against Chania (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Olympiacos: M.Gustafson 33+14reb+4ast, K.Shook 12+6reb+2ast, A.Stamolamprou 12+1reb+6ast, A.Nikolopoulou 8+6reb+11ast, A.Spyridopoulou 8+3reb+2ast, E.Stamati 4+2reb+2ast
Eunikos: D.Campbell 12+3reb+4ast, A.Stojanovska 10+2reb+1ast, L.Polymeni 10+1reb+2ast, A.Jones 10+9reb, C.Navrozidou 8+1reb+1ast, L.Zourni 6+3reb

Giannena - Proteas 77-84

Rather expected game when 10th ranked Giannena (3-10) lost at home to eighth ranked Proteas (6-7) 84-77 on Wednesday. Proteas looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American power forward Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) nailed 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international Christina Anastasopoulou (182-2002) accounted for 19 points and 5 assists. Proteas' coach Alexis Daglas used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Konstantina Sarigiannidou (180-1990) came up with 24 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Terae Briggs (190-1997, college: Nevada) added 12 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for Giannena in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Proteas moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Chania. Loser Giannena keeps the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Panathlitikos. Proteas will meet at home bottom-ranked Dafni Agioy (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Giannena will play against PAOK in Thessaloniki and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Proteas: S.Boothe 22+9reb+4ast, C.Anastasopoulou 19+3reb+5ast, N.Gilday 15+3reb+7ast, J.Mandic 12+6reb, A.Chatzigiakoumi 6+5reb+5ast, M.Anastasopoulou 6+1reb
Giannena: K.Sarigiannidou 24+7reb+3ast, K.Marini 13+3reb+6ast, T.Briggs 12+11reb+7ast, M.Effa 12+2reb+2ast, M.Ewodo 8+4reb+3ast, K.Elli 8+1reb+2ast

Niki Lefkadas - Esperides 64-59

The game between third ranked Esperides (8-5) and fifth ranked Niki Lefkadas (7-6) was the most important one in the last round on Wednesday night. Esperides was defeated by Niki Lefkadas in a tough game in Lefkadas 59-64. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Esperides. They outrebounded Esperides 35-18 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Swingman Abby OConnor (183-1998, college: Gonzaga) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Valerie Higgins (185-1998, college: Pacific, agency: LBM Management) answered with 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and guard Nausia Woolfolk (175-1998, college: FSU) added 17 points and 6 steals in the effort for Esperides. Esperides' coach Thanos Softsis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Niki Lefkadas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Eleutheria M. and PAOK. Esperides at the other side keeps the third position with five games lost. Niki Lefkadas is looking forward to face league's leader Olympiacos in Piraeus in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Esperides will play at home against Eleutheria M. and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Niki Lefkadas: S.Carey 27+13reb+2ast, A.O'Connor 13+10reb+2ast, L.Heard 12+4reb+7ast, T.Ioanna 8+3reb+2ast, D.Georgia 3+3reb+1ast, T.Valentina 1+2reb+4ast
Esperides: V.Higgins 20+5reb+2ast, N.Woolfolk 17+3reb+2ast, A.Virjoghe 12+5reb+2ast, A.Prifti 5, A.Gasparatou 3+3ast, T.Kasapoglou 2+1reb+6ast

Panathlitikos - Chania 51-69

Rather predictable result when eighth ranked Chania (6-7) won against 11th ranked Panathlitikos (3-10) in Thessaloniki 69-51 on Tuesday. Chania outrebounded Panathlitikos 41-28 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Brazilian-Lebanese point guard Rebecca Akl (170-1992) nailed 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Sabrina Haines (178-1997, college: Kentucky) accounted for 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Chania players scored in double figures. American power forward Jade Williams (196-1998, college: Duke) came up with 20 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import forward Angela Tompkins (188-1991, college: Wichita St.) added 20 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Panathlitikos in the defeat. Chania moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Proteas. Panathlitikos lost their third game in a row. Newly promoted team dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Giannena. Chania will meet at home Eunikos (#9) in the next round. Panathlitikos will play against the league's second-placed Panathinaikos having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Chania: R.Akl 20+5reb+3ast, S.Haines 13+10reb+5ast, M.Gerostergiou 12+10reb+2ast, C.Johnson 11+12reb+2ast, S.Koniali 9+1ast, C.Gerostergiou 3+2reb+1ast
Panathlitikos: A.Tompkins 20+9reb+1ast, J.Williams 20+9reb+3ast, M.Tranta 6+1reb+3ast, T.Tsinaslanidou 3+6reb, M.Vantsiouri 2, D.Kaberidou 0

PAOK - Eleutheria M. 76-66

The game in Thessaloniki was also quite interesting. 4th placed Eleutheria M. (7-6) played at the court of sixth ranked PAOK (7-6). PAOK defeated Eleutheria M. 76-66 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Eleutheria M.. The former international point guard Evgenia Kollatou (172-1998) nailed 20 points and 8 assists for the winning side and American forward Zada Williams (188-1996, college: Florida) accounted for 12 points and 12 rebounds. Four PAOK players scored in double figures. American guard Keke Calloway (170-1997, college: Mercer) came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Brittany Brewer (196-1997, college: Texas Tech, agency: LBM Management) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Eleutheria M. in the defeat. PAOK moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Eleutheria M. and Niki Lefkadas. PAOK will meet at home Giannena (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Eleutheria M. will play against Esperides (#3) in Glyfada and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
PAOK: Z.Karlafti 21+2reb+1ast, E.Kollatou 20+4reb+8ast, C.Kilazidou 14+4reb+5ast, Z.Williams 12+12reb+2ast, K.Nikoleta 9+3reb+1ast, T.Niki 0
Eleutheria M.: K.Calloway 16+8reb, L.Karakasidou 13+2reb+2ast, B.Brewer 13+8reb+1ast, V.Mylonaki 8+4reb+2ast, M.Okoye 7+7reb+1ast, G.Stamati 5+2reb+3ast

Proteas land Jovana Mandic - by Eurobasket News

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HIGH SCHOOLS

Kaukauna girls new No. 1 in area high school basketball rankings - by Eurobasket News

Here is the fourth edition of the Post-Crescent girls and boys basketball rankings. Rankings are "pound-for-pound" with positioning determined by success and enrollment size.
GIRLS
*Tuesday's results not included
1, Kaukauna (10-0): Ghosts elevated to top status after beating Germantown 86-77 last Wednesday and with Neenah's loss to Hortonville on Saturday. Next: Thursday vs. Fond du Lac.
2, Hortonville (10-1): Polar Bears bounce back from Kaukauna loss on Dec. 16 with back-to-back wins over West De Pere (72-52) and Neenah (60-59). Next: Friday vs. Appleton East.
3, Neenah (10-1): Rockets drop another spot in rankings after close 60-59 loss to Hortonville. Next: Friday at Oshkosh North.
4, Freedom (8-1): Sadie Jarmolowicz leads the team in scoring (14.3) with Kierstin Kriewaldt also clearing double digits (10.1). Next: Friday at Marinette.
5, St. Mary Catholic (10-1): Zephyrs' win streak hits five after 73-35 victory over Coleman last Thursday. Next: Jan. 10 vs. Sheboygan Christian.
Others: Fox Valley Lutheran (8-1), Brillion (8-1), New London (8-1), Chilton (7-2), Appleton North (6-3), Menasha (6-4), Appleton East (6-5), Kimberly (5-5), Wrightstown (5-5), Shiocton (5-5).
Courtesy of: postcrescent.com

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ICELAND

stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Aliyah COLLIER

Njardvik
(183-G-1997)
Avg: 24.9

24.9

21.8

20.5

20.4

20.0

Subway League Round 15: Keflavik beat Njardvik in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Keflavik. First ranked Keflavik faced 4th placed Njardvik. Host Keflavik (14-1) defeated guests from Njardvik (8-7) 78-67. The hosts trailed by 12 points at the halftime before their 54-31 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Keflavik forced 32 Njardvik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Venezuelan Daniela Wallen (179-1995, college: Okla City) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Bulgarian point guard Karina Konstantinova (173-1999) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Aliyah Collier (183-1997, college: Clemson) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 20 rebounds and 6 assists. Keflavik have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-1 record. Njardvik lost third consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Keflavik are looking forward to face Breidablik (#7) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Njardvik will play at home against Grindavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked IR (0-15) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 99-52 loss to second ranked Haukar (13-2) in Hafnarfjordur. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. It was a good game for the former international forward Eva Kristjansdottir (186-1997) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals. Solrun Gisladottir contributed with 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Estonian swingman Greeta Uprus (177-1994) answered with 14 points and 6 rebounds for IR. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Haukar have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain second place with 13-2 record behind leader Keflavik. Newly promoted IR still closes the standings with 15 games lost. Haukar will play against Valur (#3) in Reykjavik in the next round, which may be the game of the day. IR's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Reykjavik Fjolnir.

In the last two games of round 15 Fjolnir was defeated by Grindavik in a road game 94-79. Valur smashed Breidablik at home 102-59.
The best stats of 15th round was 22 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists by Danielle Rodriguez of Grindavik.

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Grindavik - Fjolnir 94-79

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Fjolnir's (4-11) road loss to fifth ranked Grindavik (6-9) 79-94. The game was mostly controlled by Grindavik. Fjolnir was better in fourth quarter 26-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Grindavik players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a good game for American guard Danielle Rodriguez (177-1993, college: Utah) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. Slovenian forward Elma Dautovic (187-2001, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 24 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Grindavik's coach Thorleifur Olafsson used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international power forward Sigrun Amundadottir (181-1988) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian guard Urte Slavickaite (171-1997) added 15 points and 7 assists in the effort for Fjolnir. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Grindavik maintains fifth place with 6-9 record. Fjolnir lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 11 games lost. Grindavik will play against higher ranked Njardvik (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fjolnir's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Reykjavik to the arena IR.
Top scorers:
Grindavik: E.Dautovic 24+8reb+3ast, D.Rodriguez 22+5reb+12ast, L.Thea 14+5reb+1ast, N.Hekla 14+3reb+3ast, A.Okodugha 10+4reb, O.Hulda 10+3reb+3ast
Fjolnir: S.Amundadottir 18+13reb+4ast, U.Slavickaite 15+4reb+7ast, T.Jones 15+4reb+3ast, S.Dacanay 13+4ast, S.Sill 12+7reb+1ast, K.Heidur 6+4reb+1ast

Haukar - IR 99-52

Bottom-ranked IR (0-15) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 99-52 loss to second ranked Haukar (13-2) in Hafnarfjordur. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. The game without a history. Haukar led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to IR's 28. Haukar forced 30 IR turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by IR's players. It was a good game for the former international forward Eva Kristjansdottir (186-1997) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals. Guard Solrun Gisladottir (180-1996, college: Co.Georgia) contributed with 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Estonian swingman Greeta Uprus (177-1994) answered with 14 points and 6 rebounds and forward Anika Hjalmarsdottir (176-1997) added 9 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for IR. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Haukar have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain second place with 13-2 record behind leader Keflavik. Newly promoted IR still closes the standings with 15 games lost. Haukar will play against Valur (#3) in Reykjavik in the next round, which may be the game of the day. IR's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Reykjavik Fjolnir.
Top scorers:
Haukar: S.Gisladottir 25+8reb+2ast, E.Kristjansdottir 22+13reb+6ast, A.Tinna 14+2reb+2ast, F.Jana 12+2ast, H.Emma 10+2ast, A.Elisabeth 4+9reb+1ast
IR: G.Uprus 14+6reb+2ast, S.Saemundsdottir 12+4reb+2ast, A.Hjalmarsdottir 9+9reb+3ast, H.Rebekka 6+3reb, N.Kristjansdottir 4+1reb+2ast, M.Blondal 4+4reb+1ast

Valur - Breidablik 102-59

No shocking result in a game in Reykjavik where third ranked Valur (12-3) smashed 7th ranked Breidablik (3-12) 102-59. The game without a history. Valur led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They also forced 22 Breidablik turnovers and outrebounded them 57-40 including 18 on the offensive glass. Valur players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for international forward Hildur Kjartansdottir (185-1994, college: UTRGV) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international guard Hallveig Jonsdottir (180-1995) contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Five Valur players scored in double figures. Serbian-Hungarian swingman Sanja Orozovic (186-1990) answered with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Anna Larusdottir (174-1999) added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Breidablik. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Valur. They maintain third place with 12-3 record having just two points less than leader Keflavik. Breidablik at the other side keeps the seventh position with 12 games lost. Valur will play against league's second-placed Haukar in Hafnarfjordur in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Breidablik will play at home against the league's leader Keflavik (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Valur: H.Jonsdottir 16+6reb+3ast, H.Kjartansdottir 15+14reb+5ast, D.Karlsdottir 15+5reb+4ast, A.Grimsdottir 11+11reb+1ast, K.Johnson 10+7reb+7ast, E.Hrafnkelsdottir 9+4reb
Breidablik: S.Orozovic 17+9reb+4ast, A.Larusdottir 10+6reb+2ast, T.Kristjansdottir 9+3reb+3ast, R.Petursdottir 8+6reb+2ast, A.Oskarsdottir 5+1reb+1ast, S.Bjarnadottir 4+3reb+1ast

Keflavik - Njardvik 78-67

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Keflavik. First ranked Keflavik faced 4th placed Njardvik. Host Keflavik (14-1) defeated guests from Njardvik (8-7) 78-67. The hosts trailed by 12 points at the halftime before their 54-31 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Keflavik forced 32 Njardvik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Venezuelan Daniela Wallen (179-1995, college: Okla City) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Bulgarian point guard Karina Konstantinova (173-1999) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Keflavik's coach Hordur Vilhjalmsson used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Aliyah Collier (183-1997, college: Clemson) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 20 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international forward Isabella Sigurdardottir (187-1997) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Keflavik have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-1 record. Njardvik lost third consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Keflavik are looking forward to face Breidablik (#7) in Kopavogur in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Njardvik will play at home against Grindavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Keflavik: D.Wallen 26+13reb+4ast, K.Konstantinova 16+6reb+9ast, B.Benonysdottir 15+5reb, A.Svansdottir 6+4reb+3ast, K.Gardarsdottir 6+1reb+3ast, O.Oladottir 4+2ast
Njardvik: A.Collier 20+20reb+6ast, K.Viktorsdottir 14, I.Sigurdardottir 12+9reb+2ast, E.Hakonardottir 9+1reb+4ast, E.Karamovic 6+7reb+4ast, B.Hinriksdottir 4+3reb

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Israeli D1 round 11 best performance: Shatori Walker-Kimbrough (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Shatori Walker-Kimbrough (180-G-1996) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked M.Ashdod, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 11.
The 26-year old player was the main contributor (29 points, eight rebounds and eight assists) to her team's victory, helping them to crush Hertzliya (#8, 3-7) with 18-point margin 88-70. It allowed M.Ashdod to consolidate first place in the Israeli D1. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and M.Ashdod keeps a perfect 11-0 record. In the team's last game Walker-Kimbrough had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be M.Ashdod's top player in her first season with the team. Shatori Walker-Kimbrough averages this season 19.1ppg, 10.9rpg and 5.5apg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Shakira Austin (196-F-1999, agency: LBM Management) of league's second-best E.Ramla. Austin had a very good evening with a double-double of 22 points and 15 rebounds. Of course she led E.Ramla to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked H.Petah Tikva (#9, 2-9) 85-52. This victory allowed E.Ramla to move up to second position in the standings. Her team's 7-3 record is not bad at all. Austin is a newcomer at E.Ramla, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.9ppg (#8). Her other stats are also decent: 11.9rpg and 3.1apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Taylor Wurtz (183-G-1990) of ASA Jerusalem (#10). Wurtz got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. She went also for eight rebounds . Despite Wurtz's great performance ASA Jerusalem lost 62-94 to the higher-ranked H.Rishon LZ (#4, 6-4). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. ASA Jerusalem can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 1-10 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Wurtz has individually a great season in Israel. After 11 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.5ppg (best scorer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Emma Cannon (190-F-1989) of E.Ramla - 22 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Kaila Charles (185-F-1998) of H.Rishon LZ - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Alisia Jenkins (186-F-1994) of Ramat Hasharon - 22 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Promise Amukamara (173-G-1993) of Hertzliya - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Kristen Simon (188-F-1995) of H.Rishon LZ - 19 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Jordan Hooper (188-F-1992) of H.Rishon LZ - 16 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Kalani Brown (201-C-1997) of M.Ashdod - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Stats Leaders - Women

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Robyn PARKS

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Serie A1 Round 14: Schio edge San Martino by one point - by Eurobasket News

What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Seventh-ranked San Martino (7-7) made lots of trouble for top-ranked Schio (14-0) in San Martino di L on Sunday. The visitors from Schio managed to secure only one-point victory 73-72. However their fans expected much easier game. Schio made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international Jasmine Keys (192-1997) who scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Belgian Kim Mestdagh (180-1990, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 10 points and 5 assists. point guard Ilaria Milazzo (173-1994) produced 31 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) for the hosts. Undefeated Schio have an impressive 14-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-0 record. San Martino at the other side dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. Schio are looking forward to face San Giovanni (#5) in Sesto San Giovanni in the next round. San Martino will play at home against the league's second-placed Bologna and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Twelfth-ranked Lucca (2-12) made lots of trouble for seventh ranked Campobasso (8-6). The visitors from Campobasso managed to secure only three-point victory 52-49. However their fans expected much easier game. American swingman Robyn Parks (185-1992, college: VCU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 17 rebounds. Giuditta Nicolodi contributed with 9 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Maria Miccoli (183-1995) replied with 16 points for Lucca. Campobasso moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ragusa. Lucca at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 12 games lost. Campobasso will play against higher ranked Venezia (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lucca will play against Crema (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Crema. Local Crema (3-11) was outscored by third ranked Bologna (12-2) 98-64 on Sunday night. Kitija Laksa scored 25 points to lead the charge for the winners. Masseny Kaba responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Bologna have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Venezia. Newly promoted Crema keeps the eleventh position with 11 games lost. Bologna will meet San Martino (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Crema will play against Lucca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 14 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Ragusa defeated Valdarno in a road game 69-56. Faenza was smashed by Venezia at home 71-102. San Giovanni won against Moncalieri on the opponent's court 64-58. Brescia was outscored by Sassari in a home game 80-102.

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Valdarno - Ragusa 56-69

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Valdarno (1-13) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Ragusa (8-6) 69-56 on Tuesday. International point guard Beatrice Attura (170-1994, college: NSU, agency: LBM Management) scored 23 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and international guard Nicole Romeo (167-1989, college: Washington) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Serbian-Hungarian forward Tijana Krivacevic (196-1990) scored 8 points and 8 rebounds. Ragusa moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Campobasso. Valdarno lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. They share it with Brescia. Ragusa will meet at home Brescia (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Valdarno will play against Sassari and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Valdarno: M.Garrick 15+8reb+3ast, T.Krivacevic 8+8reb, S.Koizar 8+3reb+2ast, E.Tassinari 8+5reb+1ast, L.Schwienbacher 7+6reb, E.Bove 4+4reb
Ragusa: B.Attura 23+6reb+2ast, N.Romeo 18+9reb+2ast, K.Vitola 11+6reb, K.Anigwe 9+5reb, S.Ostarello 6+6reb, C.Consolini 2+5reb

Faenza - Venezia 71-102

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Venezia (12-2) smashed on the road 10th ranked Faenza (4-10) 102-71 on Friday. Venezia shot 66.1 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Venezia especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 62.5 percentage. Finnish-Egyptian center Awak Kuier (196-2001) scored 28 points and 5 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Jessica Shepard (193-1996, college: Notre Dame) chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Nigerian forward Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah (188-1997, college: Northwestern) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Rosa Cupido (167-1992) scored 17 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Venezia have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Bologna. Loser Faenza keeps the tenth position with ten games lost. Venezia will meet Campobasso (#6) on the road in the next round. Faenza will play against Moncalieri (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Faenza: R.Cupido 17+3reb+2ast, E.Policari 13+2ast, P.Kunaiyi-Akpanah 12+12reb+1ast, S.Hinriksdottir 8+4reb+3ast, B.Baldi 6+1reb+2ast, J.Davis 5+1reb+1ast
Venezia: A.Kuier 28+5reb, M.Fassina 16+1reb+2ast, J.Shepard 15+10reb+2ast, S.Yasuma 7+1reb+6ast, L.Cubaj 7+2reb+1ast, A.Delaere 7+2reb+2ast

San Martino - Schio 72-73

Seventh-ranked San Martino (7-7) made lots of trouble for top-ranked Schio (14-0) in San Martino di L on Sunday. The visitors from Schio managed to secure only one-point victory 73-72. However their fans expected much easier game. Schio made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international Jasmine Keys (192-1997) who scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Belgian Kim Mestdagh (180-1990, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 10 points and 5 assists. Five Schio players scored in double figures. Point guard Ilaria Milazzo (173-1994) produced 31 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and American guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) added 14 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Schio have an impressive 14-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-0 record. San Martino at the other side dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. Schio are looking forward to face San Giovanni (#5) in Sesto San Giovanni in the next round. San Martino will play at home against the league's second-placed Bologna and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
San Martino: I.Milazzo 31+5reb+3ast, D.Washington 14+11reb+2ast, N.Dedic 9+4reb, A.Kaczmarczyk 7+5reb+4ast, S.Pastrello 5+1reb, M.Verona 4+4reb+1ast
Schio: G.Sottana 13+6ast, A.Ndour 10+6reb, K.Mestdagh 10+4reb+5ast, J.Keys 10+7reb+3ast, M.Mabrey 10+6reb+2ast, C.Verona 6+6reb+1ast

Lucca - Campobasso 49-52

Twelfth-ranked Lucca (2-12) made lots of trouble for seventh ranked Campobasso (8-6). The visitors from Campobasso managed to secure only three-point victory 52-49. However their fans expected much easier game. Campobasso held Lucca to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.4 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Lucca 46-29 including a 37-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. American swingman Robyn Parks (185-1992, college: VCU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 17 rebounds. The former international power forward Giuditta Nicolodi (185-1995) contributed with 9 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Maria Miccoli (183-1995) replied with 16 points and American guard Que Morrison (171, college: Georgia, agency: LBM Management) added 7 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Lucca. Campobasso moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ragusa. Lucca at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 12 games lost. Campobasso will play against higher ranked Venezia (#3) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lucca will play against Crema (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lucca: M.Miccoli 16+3reb, G.Natali 11+1reb, Q.Morrison 7+5reb+5ast, S.Bocchetti 5+1reb, C.Gilli 5+10reb+1ast, H.Tulonen 3+3reb+1ast
Campobasso: R.Parks 20+17reb+1ast, Q.Blanca 9+1reb, G.Nicolodi 9+7reb, M.Milapie 8+5reb, S.Trimboli 2+1reb+1ast, M.Kacerik 2+5reb+2ast

Moncalieri - San Giovanni 58-64

Very expected game when 9th ranked Moncalieri (6-8) was defeated at home by fifth ranked San Giovanni (10-4) 64-58 on Sunday. Croatian forward Ana-Marija Begic (191-1994) had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Maddalena Gorini (182-1992) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists during the contest. Five San Giovanni players scored in double figures. DR Congolese center Lydie Katshitshi (184-1998) responded with 9 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Chelsea Mitchell (175-1997, college: Morgan St.) scored 12 points and 4 steals. San Giovanni moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sassari. Loser Moncalieri keeps the ninth position with eight games lost. San Giovanni will meet at home league's leader Schio in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Moncalieri will play against Faenza (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Moncalieri: C.Mitchell 12+3reb+1ast, C.Giacomelli 10+1reb+2ast, L.Katshitshi 9+9reb+1ast, Z.Sklepowicz 6+2reb, A.Landi 6+3reb+4ast, E.Reggiani 6+6reb+1ast
San Giovanni: M.Gorini 18+2reb+4ast, V.Trucco 13+9reb, I.Panzera 10+1reb, A.Begic 10+14reb, S.Holmes 10+8reb+2ast, G.Arturi 3

Brescia - Sassari 80-102

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Sassari (10-4) outscored on the road 13th ranked Brescia (1-13) 102-80 on Monday. Sassari dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Brescia's 28. They outrebounded Brescia 48-35 including a 34-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sassari looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Polish guard Anna Makurat (184-2000, college: UConn) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Guard Carlotta Zanardi (180-2005) responded with 25 points and 6 assists and Croatian center Lorena Molnar (188-1998) scored 24 points. Five Sassari and four Brescia players scored in double figures. Brescia's coach Stefano Zanardi gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Sassari moved-up to fourth place, which they share with San Giovanni. Brescia lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Valdarno. Sassari will meet at home bottom-ranked Valdarno (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Brescia will play against Ragusa and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Brescia: Z.Carlotta 25+3reb+6ast, L.Molnar 24+3reb+1ast, S.Miller-McCray 10+12reb+1ast, B.Johnson 10+2reb+2ast, C.Rainis 3+3reb+1ast, A.Aizsila 3+2reb+1ast
Sassari: J.Holmes 21+10reb+2ast, D.Carangelo 20+3reb+5ast, E.Gustavsson 20+12reb+4ast, A.Makurat 19+9reb+6ast, S.Thomas 15+8reb+4ast, G.Ciavarella 5+1reb

Crema - Bologna 64-98

The game with biggest result difference took place in Crema. Local Crema (3-11) was outscored by third ranked Bologna (12-2) 98-64 on Sunday night. Bologna forced 24 Crema turnovers and outrebounded them 40-26 including 28 on the defensive glass. Latvian forward Kitija Laksa (182-1996, college: S.Florida) scored 25 points to lead the charge for the winners and international center Olbis Andre Olbis (192-1998) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Bologna players scored in double figures. Guinean forward Masseny Kaba (191-1998, college: UCF) responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Anastasia Conte (174-2000, agency: LBM Management) scored 13 points. Bologna have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Venezia. Newly promoted Crema keeps the eleventh position with 11 games lost. Bologna will meet San Martino (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Crema will play against Lucca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Crema: M.Kaba 17+7reb, J.Dickey 13+2reb, A.Conte 13+3reb, B.Meresz 8+6reb, F.Melchiori 6+1reb+2ast, N.Rizzi 4
Bologna: K.Laksa 25+3reb+1ast, O.Andre Olbis 15+8reb, C.Parker 14+4reb+1ast, I.Rupert 12+7reb+1ast, P.Francesca 10+2reb, C.Zandalasini 10+2reb+4ast

Best players of Italian Serie A1 round 14 - by Eurobasket News

Swedish Elin Gustavsson (190-F-1993) had a great game in the last round for Sassari and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 14.
The 29-year old forward had a double-double of 20 points and twelve rebounds, while her team crushed Brescia (#13, 1-13) with 22-point margin 102-80. Sassari is placed at 4th position in Italian Serie A1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Sassari will need more victories to improve their 10-4 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Gustavsson as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Elin Gustavsson averages this season 10.8ppg and 7.2rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young point guard Ilaria Milazzo (173-PG-1994) of San Martino. Milazzo impressed basketball fans with 31 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as San Martino was edged by league's leader Schio (#1, 14-0) 73-72. This loss caused San Martino to drop to 8th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 7-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Milazzo is well-known by San Martino fans and she already established her position as one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Finnish Awak Kuier (196-C-2001) of Venezia (#3). Kuier scored 28 points and grabbed five rebounds. She was a key player of Venezia, leading her team to a 102-71 easy win against the lower-ranked Faenza (#10, 4-10). Venezia is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 12-2 record is not that bad... Kuier has a very solid season. In 14 games in Italy she scored 13.1ppg. She also has 5.8rpg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 55.6% and 3PT: 41.5%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Robyn Parks (185-G/F-1992) of Campobasso - 20 points and 17 rebounds
5. Debora Carangelo (169-PG-1992) of Sassari - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah (188-F-1997) of Faenza - 12 points and 12 rebounds
7. Anna Makurat (184-G-2000) of Sassari - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Carlotta Zanardi (180-G-2005) of Brescia - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Delicia Washington (178-G-1997) of San Martino - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Kitija Laksa (182-F-1996) of Bologna - 25 points and 3 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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WJBL Round 12: No surprise as #1 Toyota A. defeat Aishin AW - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

WJBL top team - Toyota A. (11-1) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Aishin AW (5-7) in Nagoya 77-51. Toyota A. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Aishin AW's 22. They outrebounded Aishin AW 48-29 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Toyota A. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international forward Mika Fujitaka (178-1989) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eleven shots !!!) and the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) who added 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Toyota A.'s coach Yuko Ogami felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was guard Misa Uchimaga (168-1996) with 16 points. Toyota A. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Aishin AW at the other side keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota A. are looking forward to face Haneda V. (#11) in Tokyo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aishin AW will have a break next round.
WJBL top team - Toyota A. (11-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Aishin AW (5-7) in Nagoya 83-53. The winners were led by the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) who scored that evening 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Chinatsu Umeki supported her with 16 points and 5 assists. Coach Yuko Ogami's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 23 points by June Mineharu (171-1999) did not help to save the game for Aishin AW. Toyota A. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Aishin AW at the other side keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota A. will play against Haneda V. (#11) in Tokyo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aishin AW will have a break next round.
A very close game took place in Yamanashi between Yamanashi QB and Haneda V.. Eleventh ranked Yamanashi QB (3-9) got a very close home victory over 12th ranked Haneda V. (3-7). Yamanashi QB managed to escape with a 1-point win 82-81 on Monday evening. The best player for the winners was Moeno Oka who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Yukino Awatsu who recorded 18 points and 8 rebounds. Haneda V.'s coach Mikiko Hagiwara rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Yamanashi QB went down to twelfth position due to points difference. Loser Haneda V. dropped to the eleventh place with seven games lost. Yamanashi QB will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Haneda V. will play against the league's leader Toyota A. (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.

In the last two games of round 12 Aranmare A. was destroyed by Mitsubishi K. on the opponent's court 86-45. Yamanashi QB was outscored by Haneda V. in a home game 65-84.

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Mitsubishi K. - Aranmare A. 86-45

Very expected game in Nagoya where 10th ranked Aranmare A. (4-8) was crushed by third ranked Mitsubishi K. (10-2) 86-45 on Monday. Mitsubishi K. held Aranmare A. to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.6 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Aranmare A. 60-30 including a 41-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mitsubishi K. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Aranmare A.'s players. The best player for the winners was Saga Aiba (167-2001) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. The former international center Risa Nishioka (186-1997) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Yuki Takano (173-2000) who recorded 15 points and swingman Yuka Takahashi (174-1999) added 9 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mitsubishi K. moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Aranmare A. keeps the tenth position with eight games lost. Mitsubishi K. will meet Eneos S. (#6) in the next round. Aranmare A. will play against Denso I. (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Aranmare A.: T.Yuki 15+1reb, T.Yuka 9+2reb, O.Suzu 6+3ast, S.Chihiro 4+4reb+1ast, S.Hikaru 3+3reb+1ast, A.Hiramatsu 2+2reb+1ast
Mitsubishi K.: A.Saga 21+8reb+2ast, R.Nishioka 20+8reb+2ast, A.Watanabe 8+3reb+7ast, R.Sanma 8+9reb+1ast, N.Haruno 7+5reb+2ast, K.Hamaguchi 7+6reb

Yamanashi QB - Haneda V. 82-81

A very close game took place in Yamanashi between Yamanashi QB and Haneda V.. Eleventh ranked Yamanashi QB (3-9) got a very close home victory over 12th ranked Haneda V. (3-7). Yamanashi QB managed to escape with a 1-point win 82-81 on Monday evening. The best player for the winners was Moeno Oka (176-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Aika Watanabe (177-1995) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Yukino Awatsu (180-1998) who recorded 18 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Nanoko Motohashi (164-1993) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Haneda V.'s coach Mikiko Hagiwara rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Yamanashi QB went down to twelfth position due to points difference. Loser Haneda V. dropped to the eleventh place with seven games lost. Yamanashi QB will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Haneda V. will play against the league's leader Toyota A. (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Haneda V.: H.Takano 20+4reb, Y.Awatsu 18+8reb, N.Motohashi 14+7reb+4ast, O.Sayako 10+7reb+1ast, H.Kabashima 6+4reb+2ast, N.Mizuno 5+2reb+5ast
Yamanashi QB: A.Watanabe 23+5reb+2ast, M.Oka 15+14reb+4ast, W.Aimi 13+5reb+4ast, N.Izuhara 11+10reb+3ast, T.Honoka 8+6reb+2ast, K.Niandi 7+1ast

Toyota A. - Aishin AW 77-51

WJBL top team - Toyota A. (11-1) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Aishin AW (5-7) in Nagoya 77-51. Toyota A. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Aishin AW's 22. They outrebounded Aishin AW 48-29 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Toyota A. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international forward Mika Fujitaka (178-1989) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eleven shots !!!) and the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) who added 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Toyota A.'s coach Yuko Ogami felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was guard Misa Uchimaga (168-1996) with 16 points and point guard CaiDeng Sakai (164-1995) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. Toyota A. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Aishin AW at the other side keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota A. are looking forward to face Haneda V. (#11) in Tokyo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aishin AW will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Aishin AW: U.Misa 16+2reb+3ast, C.Sakai 8+6reb+2ast, U.Ayaka 8+4reb, S.Natsuki 8+5reb+1ast, J.Mineharu 5+2reb, O.Aya 4+4reb+2ast
Toyota A.: M.Fujitaka 23+7reb+1ast, S.Mawuli 14+11reb+4ast, K.Miyashita 9+9reb+5ast, A.Hirashita 8+1reb+3ast, M.Ogasawara 7+4reb, M.Hirano 6

Yamanashi QB - Haneda V. 65-84

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when twelfth ranked Haneda V. (3-7) smashed on the road 11th ranked Yamanashi QB (3-9) 84-65 on Tuesday. Haneda V. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Takano Hashikouta (168-1995) who scored 26 points. Swingman Sayako Owase (177-1997) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Moeno Oka (176-1993) who recorded 15 points and Aika Watanabe (177-1995) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players saving starting five for next games. Haneda V. moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Yamanashi QB dropped to the twelfth position with nine games lost. Haneda V. will meet at home league's leader Toyota A. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Yamanashi QB will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Yamanashi QB: M.Oka 15+4reb+2ast, W.Aimi 12+3reb+2ast, N.Izuhara 11+5reb, A.Watanabe 9+6reb+2ast, T.Honoka 8+4reb+5ast, H.Nanami 5+1reb+1ast
Haneda V.: H.Takano 26+2reb+3ast, O.Sayako 19+5reb+2ast, N.Motohashi 10+1ast, H.Takahara 10+2reb+1ast, H.Kabashima 7+7reb+9ast, N.Mizuno 7+3reb+4ast

Toyota A. - Aishin AW 83-53

WJBL top team - Toyota A. (11-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Aishin AW (5-7) in Nagoya 83-53. They outrebounded Aishin AW 39-27 including 24 on the defensive glass. Toyota A. players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Stephanie Mawuli (182-1998) who scored that evening 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Chinatsu Umeki (168-2000) supported her with 16 points and 5 assists. Four Toyota A. players scored in double figures. Coach Yuko Ogami's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 23 points by June Mineharu (171-1999) did not help to save the game for Aishin AW. Point guard CaiDeng Sakai (164-1995) added 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Toyota A. have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 11-1 record. Aishin AW at the other side keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Hitachi Cougars. Toyota A. will play against Haneda V. (#11) in Tokyo in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aishin AW will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Aishin AW: J.Mineharu 23+4reb+2ast, C.Sakai 9+6reb+4ast, A.Shinomiya 5+2reb+1ast, K.Kyo 5+2reb+3ast, O.Aya 4+3reb, Y.Yuma 3+1reb+4ast
Toyota A.: S.Mawuli 17+7reb+5ast, U.Chinatsu 16+1reb+5ast, M.Kawai 12+2reb+6ast, M.Fujitaka 12+8reb+1ast, A.Hirashita 8+3reb+1ast, S.Kyoka 5+4reb

Japanese WJBL round 12 best performance: Mika Fujitaka - by Eurobasket News

International Forward Mika Fujitaka (178-F-1989) put on an amazing game in the last round for top-ranked Toyota A., receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 12.
The 33-year old player was the main contributor (23 points, seven rebounds) to her team's victory, helping them to outclass Aishin AW (#8, 5-7) with 26-point margin 77-51. It allowed Toyota A. to consolidate first place in the Japanese WJBL. Toyota A. has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 11-1. Fujitaka has many years of experience at Toyota A., through which she has constantly improved. Mika Fujitaka has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.9ppg), rebounds (8th best: 8.0rpg) and averages impressive 66.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Moeno Oka (176-PF-1993) of Yamanashi QB. Oka had a very good evening with a double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds. It was enough for Yamanashi QB to edge slightly higher-ranked Haneda V. (#11, 3-7) 82-81. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Yamanashi QB dropped in the standings to 12th position. 9 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Yamanashi QB managed to get this year. Oka is one of the most experienced players at Yamanashi QB and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was international center Risa Nishioka (186-C-1997) of league's second-best Mitsubishi K.. Nishioka scored 20 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of Mitsubishi K., leading her team to a 86-45 easy win against the lower-ranked Aranmare A. (#10, 4-8). Mitsubishi K. is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 10-2 record is not that bad... Nishioka has a great season in Japan. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.8ppg (6th best) and rebounds with 8.4rpg (5th best). She also has 1.7bpg and FGP: 60.0%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Stephanie Mawuli (182-C-1998) of Toyota A. - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Saga Aiba (167-SG-2001) of Mitsubishi K. - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Sayako Owase (177-G/F-1997) of Haneda V. - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Takano Hashikouta (168-G/F-1995) of Haneda V. - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Mai Kawai (171-PG-1996) of Toyota A. - 12 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists
9. June Mineharu (171-SG-1999) of Aishin AW - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Aika Watanabe (177-PF-1995) of Yamanashi QB - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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No. 8 McLennan Highlassies roll over Midland - by Eurobasket News

Long balls were the shot of the night as the McLennan Highlassies drained 10 from 3-point range to demolish the Midland Chaparrals 67-41. Midland began the scoring with a Franka Kraus 3-pointer less than 15 seconds into the game and led 6-4 with eight minutes to go in the first quarter. McLennan took control with an 8-0 run including seven points from Miannah Little to take the 12-6 lead. Midland trimmed the lead tothree with a Luisa Anderegg 3-pointer, and the Highlassies led 22-16 going into the final period. The second quarter was all McLennan. The Highlassies broke the game open with an 8-0 run and outscored the Lady Chaps 9-3 in the period to take the 31-19 lead at halftime. McLennan continued to roll in the third as the Midland shooters remained cold. The Highlassies opened on an 10-0 run to extend their lead to 22, 41-19, before Midland's Nikki Sainsbury found the basket with 7:21 to go in the quarter. McLennan remained in control down the stretch and led 51-24 going into the fourth quarter. With the game in hand, the Highlassie bench to advantage of some valuable playing time. Kennedi Rowland scored six in the frame as the squad claimed the lopsided victory. Chelsea Wooten (5'8''-G) led McLennan with 17 points including five 3-pointers. Miannah Little added 13 and Saneea Bevley scored 11.
Courtesy of: mclennancc.prestosports.com

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Latvia and Sweden successfully start Baltic Sea U18 Cup - by Eurobasket News

Latvia and Sweden successfully started Baltic Sea U18 Cup as they overcame their opponents in the openers. Latvia U18 posted a 73-57 win over Finland U18. Estere Petrus (174-F/G-2006) top-scored for the winners with 26 points and Tina Grausa (183-F-2005) delivered 15. Emma Ristola (179-F-2006) answered with 11 points in the losing effort.
Sweden U18 meanwhile demolished Estonia U18 75-29. Alice Curman (2005) top-scored for the winners with 16 points, whilst Hanna Kajevic (166-G-2006) produced 11.

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Bolyard hits 1,000 points in overtime win - by Eurobasket News

Rachel Bolyard (5'5''-G) scored her 1,000th career point in an overtime thriller that Ohio Christian came away from with an 84-77 win. Bolyard had her third 30-point game of the season to lead the team to their fifth win of the season. They are now 5-10 and 3-3 in the conference. The Trailblazers were shooting 25-70 from the field and 24-31 from the line. Bolyard shot 6-28 and 14-16 from the line while also contributing six rebounds. Haley Cox (5'8''-G) had 22 points on 7-14 shooting and Emma Koons (5'8''-G) had 11 points. Lily Martin (6'0''-C) led the team in rebounds with seven. The Trailblazers had a slow build up to Bolyard's 1000th point, but once she hit it they were flying, going up 28-17 shortly after. Koons had 11 points by halfway through the second quarter. Bolyard sent the Trailblazers into the locker room in style with a half court buzzer beater to put the home side up 35-21 and get her to 12 points by halftime. The Trailblazers held a solid lead in the second half though scoring slowed for both sides. The Pomeroys got within ten halfway through the third quarter at 41-33 and began gaining momentum. They forced a Trailblazer timeout at 41-35. They got within one before Bolyard ended the scoring drought with a five-point run followed by a six-point run by Cox. Ohio Christian showed they wanted it in the fourth quarter, battling to maintain their lead while the Pomeroys hung around. The Pomeroys took their first lead since early in the first quarter with less than a minute to play at 61-60. Ashley DeWeese (5'7'') kept the Trailblazers in it, getting open under the basket and putting away a layup to make it 62-62 at the buzzer to push it to overtime. The Trailblazers had control over the majority of overtime play and came away with the game 84-77 after the last five minutes. Ohio Christian hits the road to take on conference opponent Indiana University Kokomo on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 1 p.m.
Courtesy of: ocutrailblazers.com

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NCAA1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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APG

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Maddy SIEGRIST

Villanova
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28.1

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25.2

KU wins over TTU 77-59 - by Eurobasket News

The Lady Raiders traveled to Kansas to take on the #21 Jayhwaks. The Jayhawks took the early lead and the Lady Raiders did not catch up. Bre'Amber Scott (5'11''-G-1999) led the Lady Raiders with 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 2 assists. Holly Kersgieter (5'11''-G) led the Jayhawks in points with 26, Taiyanna Jackson (6'6''-C) led the Jayhawks in rebounds with 18, and Zakiyah Franklin (5'8''-G) led the team in assists with 5. The Lady Raiders shot 40% from the field, while the Jayhawks shot 50% from the field. TTU shot 22% from the three, while KU shot 33% from the three. The Lady Raiders and Jayhawks both totaled 15 turnovers. TTU had 29 rebounds while KU had 37 rebounds. The Lady Raiders are 12-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play. The Lady Raiders will travel to TCU to take on the Horned Frogs on January 7 at 5 p.m.
Courtesy of: fox34.com

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NCAA2

Haneborg, White Lead UCCS Past Chadron State, 72-66 - by Eurobasket News

Gracie Haneborg (5'8''-G) and Maison White (6'0''-F) combined for nearly half of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs women's basketball offense Tuesday afternoon, leading the Mountain Lions to a 72-66 home win over Chadron State College. Haneborg finished the contest with 18 points followed by White's 17 points, while the Mountain Lions bench came in strong, outscoring CSC, 31-17. Haneborg drew a foul just 21 seconds into the game and drained both free throws to give the Mountain Lions a quick 2-0 lead, followed by a turnaround jumper from White two minutes, giving UCCS a 4-0 lead. The Eagles responded with a 9-2 run as they went 4-for-4 from the floor to snag their first lead of the afternoon, 9-6. Breelyn Robinson got in on the action and drilled back-to-back jumpers, the second of which came from her steal as she went coast-to-coast, boosting UCCS back on top, 12-11. The Mountain Lions, who never trailed by more than three points, kept the lead the rest of the game after their strong first quarter start, shooting a solid 43.8 percent from the floor (7-of-16) and 75 percent from the free throw line (6-of-8). The momentum continued into the second stanza as the home team put 17 on the scoreboard while holding CSC to 10 points. The Mountain Lions opened the second quarter on an 11-0 run in the first five minutes behind Sydney Nilles' five points. With three minutes left in the half, Jessica Nation netted two buckets combined with Rylie Ottmann (5'6''-G)'s two free throws to increase the Mountain Lions lead to 16-points, 37-21. The Eagles Kyra Tanabe (5'4''-G) ended the quarter sinking two straight field goals, but the Mountain Lions took a 37-26 lead into the locker room. The Eagles came out of the intermission and tested the Mountain Lions. Despite both teams putting 20 on the board in the third quarter, CSC went on an 8-0 late in the third quarter, cutting the Mountain Lions lead down to nine before Nilles connected with Haneborg for a layup with four seconds left in the quarter. Starting the final stanza with an 11-point lead, 76-57, the Eagles' Awoti Akoi sank a three-pointer but was answered by White's jumper on the Mountain Lions next trip down the court. Almost two minutes and seven possessions later from both teams, Ottmann drained a three-pointer to snap the two-minute scoring drought with 6:51 left in regulation. The Eagles continued to claw into the Mountain Lions lead, using a span of two minutes and 18 seconds to hold UCCS to just one free throw while putting nine points in the scorebook, including 5-of-5 in free throws. Forced to foul, the Eagles committed five fouls in the final 30 seconds as UCCS sank 3-of-5 free throws to seal the win, 72-66. Haneborg netted a game-high 18 points after hitting 5-of-12 from the floor and 7-of-12 free throws. She chipped in three dimes and seven rebounds. White drained a game high six field goals as part of her 17 points. Seven of her eight game high rebounds were on the defensive glass. Nation and Emily Hovasse came off the bench to net eight points each as the Mountain Lions bench outscored Chadron State, 31-17. Agar Farres pulled in seven caroms and added two blocks, a steal, three assists and two points. The Mountain Lions shot 39.1 percent from the floor after making 25-of-64 field goals. UCCS made 8-of-10 free throws in the first half but cooled off in the second half (10-of-21) to finish the game with a 58.1 percent from the line. The Eagles were led by Ashayla Powers' 18 points. CSC shot 32.2 percent (19-of-59) in field goals and a solid 77.4 percent (24-of-31) from the charity stripe.
Courtesy of: gomountainlions.com

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Second Half Rally Comes Up Short for WPI at Williams - by Eurobasket News

The WPI women's basketball team rallied from a 12-point deficit late in the third quarter to pull even early in the fourth quarter but host Williams held the Engineers to just 2 points in the final 3:45 as the Ephs defeated the Crimson and Gray 58-53 in non-conference tilt played Tuesday evening. WPI sees its four-game winning streak snapped and dips to 9-3 on the season while Ephs now have won four straight contests and are 9-4 overall. Williams took its largest lead of the game at 47-35 after an Ellie Tounkara (Bethesda, MD) free throw with 1:27 remaining in the third quarter before Engineer point guard Alex Scariati (5'7''-G) (Scotch Plains, NJ) cobbled together a 3-pointer and a layup to slice the deficit to seven heading to the fourth quarter. The visitors surge continued in the opening two minutes of the final stanza as a pair of Melanie Presseau (Manchester, NH) 3-pointers sandwiched around a pair of Adrianna Niles (Tewksbury, MA) of free throws to level the game at 48 with 7:49 to go. The Ephs scored the next six points and eventually led 56-51 before Alice Kelly (Wethersfield, CT) connected on a lay-up to make it a one-possession game. After a prolonged Williams possession that saw the hosts get three shots off, WPI's McKenna Finken (Simsbury, CT) corralled a rebound to give the Engineers a chance to tie but a turnover with 33 seconds remaining and four missed shots in the final 26 seconds denied WPI the comeback victory. Scariati led the Engineers in scoring with 11 points, including a trio of 3-pointers, and chipped in with four assists and three boards. Lisa Cristiano (Valhalla, NY) stuffed the stat sheets for WPI with 10 points, a career-high-equaling nine rebounds and a career-best six assists. Presseau and Finken finished with nine points apiece with Presseau's all coming via the long ball and Finken's representing a new season-best. Ryann Taylor (Holmdel, NJ) deposited 21 points for the Ephs and was joined in double figures in scoring by Maddy Mandyck (West Hartford, CT) and Cortland McBarron (Fair Haven, NJ), who netted 13 and 10 respectively. The sharpshooting trio combined to shoot 18-for-30 (64.3%) on the night while the rest of the Williams squad was limited to just 3-of-23 (13.0%) shooting on the floor. Mandyck was a force inside with team-highs in rebounding (8) and blocks (4). WPI returns home Saturday for its first time in Harrington in a month, hosting New England College at 2pm. Williams begins the NESCAC portion of its schedule this coming weekend with home games versus Amherst on Friday at 7pm and against Hamilton on Saturday at 3pm.
Courtesy of: d3hoops.com

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POLAND

Stats Leaders - PLKK

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Alexis JONES

Torun
(175-G-1994)
Avg: 22.9

22.9

22.6

21.4

20.2

19.2

1Liga Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dominika ULLMANN

Pol.Gdansk
(170-G-2005)
Avg: 22.2

22.2

21.1

20.7

20.1

19.5

1Liga Round 14: Wisla Krakow defeat Pol.Krakow in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Seventh-ranked Pol.Krakow (6-7) gave a tough game to top-ranked Wisla Krakow (13-0) on Wednesday. Wisla Krakow managed to secure only three-point victory 56-53. However their fans expected much easier game. Wisla Krakow forced 20 Pol.Krakow turnovers. Martyna Stasiuk (178-1989) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Martyna Jasiulewicz (173-1998) chipped in 11 points and 5 assists during the contest. Forward Weronika Wozniak (180-1998) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Undefeated Wisla Krakow have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Pol.Krakow at the other side dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Sleza 2. Wisla Krakow are looking forward to face league's second-placed Poznan MUKS on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Pol.Krakow will play against Enea AZS II P. (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Fifth-ranked Swarzedz (7-6) gave a tough game to second ranked Poznan MUKS (12-1). The visitors from Poznan managed to secure only one-point victory 56-55. However their fans expected easier game. Center Nicola Batura (183-2004) notched 6 points and 19 rebounds to lead the effort and Wiktoria Piotrowska supported her with 13 points. Even a double-double of 14 points and 19 rebounds by Marta Wdowiuk (179-1998) did not help to save the game for Swarzedz. Swarzedz's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Poznan MUKS have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sokolow P. Swarzedz at the other side keeps the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Poznan MUKS will play against league's leader Wisla Krakow at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Swarzedz will play against Widzew (#11) in Lodz and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Gdansk between Pol.Gdansk and AZS UG. Third ranked Pol.Gdansk (10-3) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked AZS UG (7-5). Pol.Gdansk managed to escape with a 3-point win 58-55 on Wednesday evening. The best player for the winners was Dominika Ullmann who scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Karina Szczurewska produced a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for the guests. Pol.Gdansk maintains third position with 10-3 record having just three points less than leader Sokolow P. Loser AZS UG keeps the sixth place with five games lost. They share the position with AZS UW. Pol.Gdansk will meet AZS UW (#7) in the next round. AZS UG will play against Lomianki and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 14: Sokolow P. destroyed Wolomin on the opponent's court 101-69. LKS Lodz managed to outperform GTK Gdynia in a home game 58-55. AZS UW managed to beat Olsztyn on the road 77-59. AZS UMCS II was crushed by Pabianice on its own court 55-77. Plock beat Bydgoszcz in a road game 58-52. Sleza 2 destroyed Gorzow Wlkp. II at home 65-35. J.Gora managed to outperform Enea AZS II P. on the opponent's court 60-50. Rybnik rolled over Widzew in a home game 70-40. Katy Wrocl. was crushed by Bochnia on the road 89-69.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 21 points and 11 rebounds by Anna Krawiec of Bochnia.

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Wolomin - Sokolow P. 69-101

Very expected game when 9th ranked Wolomin (5-8) was crushed at home by first ranked Sokolow P. (12-1) 101-69 on Wednesday. Sokolow P. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Wolomin's 32. Sokolow P. forced 23 Wolomin turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Wolomin's players. The best player for the winners was point guard Kinga Dzierbicka (168-1997) who scored 23 points. Belarusian Vialeta Kiulyak (187-1996) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Zuzanna Ciecierska (178-2002) produced 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and guard Weronika Nowakowska (169-1998) added 15 points respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sokolow P. have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-1 record, which they share with Poznan MUKS. Wolomin lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. Sokolow P. will meet GTK Gdynia (#4) on the road in the next round. Wolomin will play against Bydgoszcz (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sokolow P.: K.Dzierbicka 23+4reb+3ast, V.Kiulyak 18+5reb+3ast, J.Wiktoria 14+1reb+1ast, K.Platek 11+4reb+5ast, K.Zieniewska 9+1reb+5ast, Z.Szczesniak 8+8reb+5ast
Wolomin: C.Zuzanna 17+4reb+2ast, W.Nowakowska 15+2reb+2ast, B.Natalia 9+1reb+1ast, K.Cimoch 8+4reb+2ast, Z.Daria 8+7reb, B.Anna 4+9reb+4ast

LKS Lodz - GTK Gdynia 58-55

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked LKS Lodz (3-10) edged at home higher ranked GTK Gdynia (8-5) 58-55 on Wednesday. They outrebounded GTK Gdynia 46-30 including a 41-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was power forward Marta Piatek (190-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 19 rebounds. Swingman Angelika Kowalska (179-1992) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Joanna Kobylinska (178-2002) produced 13 points and point guard Nikola Tomasik (168-2005) added 11 points respectively for the guests. GTK Gdynia's coach Anna Talarczyk tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. LKS Lodz moved-up to tenth place. Loser GTK Gdynia keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Olsztyn. LKS Lodz will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. GTK Gdynia will play against the league's leader Sokolow P. (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
LKS Lodz: M.Piatek 20+19reb+1ast, A.Kowalska 17+9reb+4ast, M.Kawczynska 6+5reb+5ast, D.Aleksandra 6+4reb+3ast, P.Weronika 5+4reb+2ast, J.Natalia 2+4reb
GTK Gdynia: K.Joanna 13+4reb+1ast, T.Nikola 11+4reb+2ast, M.Marcinkowska 9+4reb+3ast, M.Szulc 5+9reb+1ast, S.Wiktoria 5, M.Julia 4+4reb

Pol.Gdansk - AZS UG 58-55

A very close game took place in Gdansk between Pol.Gdansk and AZS UG. Third ranked Pol.Gdansk (10-3) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked AZS UG (7-5). Pol.Gdansk managed to escape with a 3-point win 58-55 on Wednesday evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Pol.Gdansk made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Dominika Ullmann (170-2005) who scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Lucja Grzadziela (174-2006) chipped in 10 points and 4 assists. Point guard Karina Szczurewska (169-1990) produced a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists and Agata Stepien (168-1995) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Pol.Gdansk maintains third position with 10-3 record having just three points less than leader Sokolow P. Loser AZS UG keeps the sixth place with five games lost. They share the position with AZS UW. Pol.Gdansk will meet AZS UW (#7) in the next round. AZS UG will play against Lomianki and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pol.Gdansk: U.Dominika 11+7reb+2ast, G.Lucja 10+4reb+4ast, C.Martyna 9+4reb+1ast, R.Natalia 9+6reb, W.Julia 8+6reb, G.Daria 4+1reb
AZS UG: K.Szczurewska 17+13reb+10ast, A.Stepien 15+9reb, W.Oliwia 12+1reb+1ast, W.Klaudia 6+5reb+2ast, G.Julia 5+2reb, K.Ewelina 0

Olsztyn - AZS UW 59-77

There was a minor upset when 5th ranked Olsztyn (8-5) was defeated at home by eighth ranked AZS UW (7-5) 77-59 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was forward Izabela Zdrodowska (185-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds. Zuzanna Wrzesien (172-1996) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Marta Sztaberska (174-2003) produced 15 points and 4 assists and swingman Patrycja Daliga (170-1993) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Olsztyn players scored in double figures. Olsztyn's coach tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. AZS UW have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with AZS UG. Loser Olsztyn dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with GTK Gdynia. AZS UW will meet at home higher ranked Pol.Gdansk (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Olsztyn will play against the league's second-placed Pabianice and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
AZS UW: I.Zdrodowska 25+15reb+1ast, N.Bucyk 18+6reb+1ast, Z.Wrzesien 18+6reb+5ast, K.Gabriela 8+1reb, J.Julia 4+3reb+1ast, J.Rudenko 2+5reb+1ast
Olsztyn: S.Marta 15+4reb+4ast, G.Karolina 12+6reb+2ast, P.Daliga 11+11reb+1ast, A.Wawrzyniak 10+3reb+3ast, A.Monko 9+3reb, P.Martyna 2+4reb

AZS UMCS II - Pabianice 55-77

Everything went according to plan in Lublin where second ranked Pabianice (11-2) outscored 12th ranked AZS UMCS II (2-11) 77-55 on Tuesday. Pabianice forced 20 AZS UMCS II turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Magdalena Grzelak (185-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. Forward Natalia Danych (175-1995) chipped in 22 points and 7 assists. Forward Wiktoria Zajac (183-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and center Martyna Goszczynska (186-2004) added 7 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. AZS UMCS II's coach Marek Lebiedzinski gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Pabianice have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 11-2 record having just two points less than leader Sokolow P. AZS UMCS II lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Widzew. Pabianice will meet at home Olsztyn (#5) in the next round. AZS UMCS II will play against Plock (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pabianice: M.Grzelak 36+11reb+1ast, N.Danych 22+2reb+7ast, A.Janiak 8+6reb+7ast, R.Aleksandra 5+10reb+4ast, P.Kirsz 4+7reb+2ast, S.Martyna 2
AZS UMCS II: W.Zajac 17+10reb+2ast, K.Aleksandra 7+2reb+2ast, M.Dominika 7+5reb+3ast, G.Martyna 7+9reb, P.Klaudia 4+2reb, Z.Maja 3+2reb+4ast

Bydgoszcz - Plock 52-58

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Bydgoszcz (1-12) was defeated at home by eighth ranked Plock (7-6) 58-52 on Wednesday. Plock forced 22 Bydgoszcz turnovers. The best player for the winners was Dominika Paczoska (168-1999) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Kinga Potraca (176-2000) chipped in 7 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Power forward Zuzanna Krupa (187-2001) produced 7 points and 13 rebounds and guard Martyna Fabianowska (16-2004) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Plock moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Bydgoszcz lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Gorzow Wlkp. II. Plock will meet at home AZS UMCS II (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bydgoszcz will play against Wolomin and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Plock: D.Paczoska 18+11reb+1ast, E.Canert 12+6reb, P.Martyna 8+4reb, K.Potraca 7+8reb+5ast, L.Kotonowicz 6+6reb+3ast, P.Pilichowska 4+7reb
Bydgoszcz: F.Martyna 12+6reb+3ast, P.Amelia 7+5reb, Z.Aleksandra 7+2reb, K.Zuzanna 7+13reb+1ast, J.Julia 6+5reb, S.Roksana 6+1ast

Sleza 2 - Gorzow Wlkp. II 65-35

No shocking result in a game in Wroclaw where ninth ranked Sleza 2 (6-7) outleveled 13th ranked Gorzow Wlkp. II (1-12) 65-35 on Wednesday. Sleza 2 held Gorzow Wlkp. II to an opponent 21.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 37.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Gorzow Wlkp. II 49-29 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Martyna Kurkowiak (187-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Sara Pajak (172-2002) chipped in 12 points. Four Sleza 2 players scored in double figures. Julia Latos produced 14 points and forward Weronika Steblecka (185-2005) added 8 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sleza 2 moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Pol.Krakow. Loser Gorzow Wlkp. II keeps the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Bydgoszcz. Sleza 2 will meet higher ranked Bochnia (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Gorzow Wlkp. II will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Sleza 2: K.Martyna 12+12reb+2ast, P.Sara 12+3reb+3ast, M.Aleksandra 11+4reb+3ast, S.Agnieszka 10+3reb+3ast, B.Hanna 6+1reb, R.Adrianna 4+8reb+2ast
Gorzow Wlkp. II: L.Julia 14+3reb+2ast, S.Weronika 8+3reb+1ast, M.Maja 5+3reb+3ast, B.Julia 2+1reb, P.Inga 2+4reb+2ast, O.Anastazja 2+2reb+2ast

Enea AZS II P. - J.Gora 50-60

Very expected game in Ponzan where 10th ranked Enea AZS II P. (4-9) was defeated by fourth ranked J.Gora (9-4) 60-50 on Wednesday. J.Gora held Enea AZS II P. to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 33.9 percent accuracy of the winners and made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. J.Gora forced 21 Enea AZS II P. turnovers. The best player for the winners was power forward Aleksandra Lorenz (186-1999) who scored 9 points and 16 rebounds. Alicja Szloser (179-1997) chipped in 9 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Center Wiktoria Haegenbarth (186-2007) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Malina Piasecka (168-2004) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Enea AZS II P.'s coach Grzegorz Zielinski tested twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. J.Gora moved-up to third place, which they share with Bochnia. Enea AZS II P. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the tenth position with nine games lost. J.Gora will meet at home Aleksandrow L. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Enea AZS II P. will play against Pol.Krakow and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
J.Gora: W.Blanka 11+4reb, L.Patrycja 10+6reb+3ast, A.Feja 10+6reb+1ast, L.Aleksandra 9+16reb+2ast, A.Szloser 9+8reb+5ast, J.Pawlukiewicz 6+1reb+1ast
Enea AZS II P.: B.Lena 13+4reb, H.Wiktoria 12+9reb, P.Malina 10+6reb+2ast, W.Iga 4+1reb+2ast, D.Karolina 4+4reb+3ast, K.Julia 3+3reb

Wisla Krakow - Pol.Krakow 56-53

Seventh-ranked Pol.Krakow (6-7) gave a tough game to top-ranked Wisla Krakow (13-0) on Wednesday. Wisla Krakow managed to secure only three-point victory 56-53. However their fans expected much easier game. Wisla Krakow forced 20 Pol.Krakow turnovers. Martyna Stasiuk (178-1989) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Martyna Jasiulewicz (173-1998) chipped in 11 points and 5 assists during the contest. Forward Weronika Wozniak (180-1998) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and guard Weronika Mazur (165-2000) scored 9 points and 6 assists. Wisla Krakow have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Pol.Krakow at the other side dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Sleza 2. Wisla Krakow are looking forward to face league's second-placed Poznan MUKS on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Pol.Krakow will play against Enea AZS II P. (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wisla Krakow: M.Stasiuk 17+8reb+3ast, M.Jasiulewicz 11+4reb+5ast, P.Kuczynska 10+3reb, E.Jackowska 8+9reb, A.Krzywon 6+9reb+1ast, J.Natkaniec 4+1reb+1ast
Pol.Krakow: W.Wozniak 22+5reb+1ast, M.Weronika 9+2reb+6ast, N.Lawicka 9+2ast, N.Popiol 8+6reb+2ast, P.Wiktoria 3+1reb, R.Patrycja 2+3reb

Swarzedz - Poznan MUKS 55-56

Fifth-ranked Swarzedz (7-6) gave a tough game to second ranked Poznan MUKS (12-1). The visitors from Poznan managed to secure only one-point victory 56-55. However their fans expected easier game. Center Nicola Batura (183-2004) notched 6 points and 19 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Wiktoria Piotrowska (178-2005) supported her with 13 points. Even a double-double of 14 points and 19 rebounds by Marta Wdowiuk (179-1998) did not help to save the game for Swarzedz. Power forward Magdalena Ratajczak (188-1995) added 13 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. Swarzedz's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Poznan MUKS have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sokolow P. Swarzedz at the other side keeps the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Poznan MUKS will play against league's leader Wisla Krakow at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Swarzedz will play against Widzew (#11) in Lodz and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Poznan MUKS: P.Wiktoria 13+3reb+2ast, B.Aleksandra 12+2reb, P.Klatt 10+3reb+2ast, D.Marta 9+4reb+3ast, B.Nicola 6+19reb+1ast, N.Blaszczak 2+6reb+2ast
Swarzedz: M.Wojdalska 15+2reb+6ast, M.Wdowiuk 14+19reb, M.Ratajczak 13+10reb+2ast, M.Pisera 6+2reb+1ast, K.Martyna 3+1ast, M.Karolina 2+8reb

Rybnik - Widzew 70-40

Rather predictable result when seventh ranked Rybnik (7-6) smashed at home 11th ranked Widzew (2-11) 70-40 on Wednesday. Rybnik held Widzew to an opponent 23.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Rybnik looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Widzew's players. The best player for the winners was power forward Martyna Czyzewska (189-1992) who scored 25 points and 6 rebounds. Beata Jurczynska (181-1995) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Natalia Gzinka (178-1998) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and guard Anna Kudelska (169-1998) added 8 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rybnik moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Widzew lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with AZS UMCS II. Rybnik will meet Katy Wrocl. (#6) in the next round. Widzew will play against Swarzedz (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rybnik: M.Czyzewska 25+6reb, B.Jurczynska 16+8reb+3ast, P.Majda 6+7reb+5ast, E.Bacik 6+7reb, E.Najduch 6, R.Natalia 5+3reb+3ast
Widzew: N.Gzinka 20+9reb+1ast, A.Kudelska 8+10reb+4ast, J.Oliwia 7+6reb, Z.Gortat 2+1reb, J.Maria 2+1reb, P.Otylia 1

Bochnia - Katy Wrocl. 89-69

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Katy Wrocl.'s (7-6) road loss to fourth ranked Bochnia (9-4) 69-89 on Wednesday. Bochnia made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Anna Krawiec (182-1995) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Magdalena Szkop (164-1999) chipped in 16 points and 4 steals (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Four Bochnia players scored in double figures. Bochnia's coach Malgorzata Misiuk used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Agnieszka Lukasik (178-1989) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and forward Aleksandra Lata (180-1992) added 16 points respectively for the guests. Bochnia moved-up to third place, which they share with J.Gora. Loser Katy Wrocl. keeps the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Bochnia will meet at home Sleza 2 (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Katy Wrocl. will play against Rybnik (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bochnia: A.Krawiec 21+11reb+3ast, M.Szkop 16+3reb+3ast, F.Julia 15+1ast, K.Kocaj 11+10reb+1ast, A.Grabska 9, A.Plucinska 8+4reb
Katy Wrocl.: A.Lata 16+3reb, A.Lukasik 13+10reb, I.Walentowska 11+3reb+2ast, W.Kazimierowicz 7+3reb, M.Pioro 6+3reb, T.Patrycja 6+2reb+2ast

EBLK Round 14 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game in Poznan was quite interesting. 5th ranked Sosnowiec (8-5) played at the court of seventh ranked Poznan (6-7). Poznan defeated Sosnowiec 78-66 on Wednesday. American guard Alecia Sutton (173-1998, college: Texas) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). International Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) contributed with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Ghanian-American forward Batabe Zempare (191-1994, college: CSUB, agency: LBM Management) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 19 rebounds for Sosnowiec. Poznan moved-up to sixth place. Sosnowiec at the other side keeps the fifth position with five games lost. Poznan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Pruszkow (#11) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Sosnowiec will play against Wroclaw (#9) and is hoping to win this game.
The game between fifth ranked Arka Gdynia (9-4) and 10th ranked Bydgoszcz (1-11) in Gdynia ended with biggest points difference. Arka Gdynia outscored guests from Bydgoszcz 107-32. The former international point guard Julia Niemojewska (170-1998) had a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and Jasmine Thomas chipped in 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. point guard Wiktoria Sobiech (172-2002) responded with 11 points and 5 rebounds. Arka Gdynia moved-up to third place, which they share with Lublin. Bydgoszcz lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. Arka Gdynia will play against league's leader Gorzow Wlkp. in Gorzow Wielkopolski in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Bydgoszcz will play at home against the league's second-placed Polkowice (#2) to get more than just one victory in their record.

In the last two games of round 14 Polkowice smashed Pruszkow on the road 116-43. Lublin won against Torun on its own court 86-78.

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Pruszkow - Polkowice 43-116

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Polkowice (9-3) crushed on the road bottom-ranked Pruszkow (1-12) 116-43. Polkowice held Pruszkow to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 68.4 percent accuracy of the winners and made 23-of-27 charity shots (85.2 percent) during the game. Polkowice forced 22 Pruszkow turnovers and outrebounded them 35-22 including a 29-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 15 long-distance shots on high 60.0 percentage. Polkowice players were unselfish on offense dishing 37 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Pruszkow's players. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Zimbabwean-American center Stephanie Mavunga (191-1995, college: Ohio St., agency: LBM Management) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Weronika Gajda (174-1989) chipped in 18 points and 9 assists during the contest. Four Polkowice players scored in double figures. Magdalena Parysek-Bochniak (182-1989) responded with 14 points and swingman Karolina Zaborska (172-1999) scored 10 points and 5 assists. Pruszkow's coach Bartlomiej Przelazly gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Defending champion maintains second position with 9-3 record having just three points less than leader Gorzow Wlkp. Newly promoted Pruszkow stay at the bottom place with 12 games lost. Polkowice will play against Bydgoszcz (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pruszkow will play against Poznan to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Polkowice: S.Mavunga 23+8reb+3ast, Z.Friskovec 20+2reb+3ast, W.Gajda 18+2reb+9ast, W.Telenga 16+6reb+1ast, K.Gertchen 15+1reb+1ast, B.Puter 11+6reb+3ast
Pruszkow: M.Parysek-Bochniak 14+3reb+1ast, Z.Karolina 10+2reb+5ast, W.Papiernik 6+2reb, M.Marta 5, A.Iwaniuk 4+1reb, S.Katarzyna 2+6reb

Arka Gdynia - Bydgoszcz 107-32

The game between fifth ranked Arka Gdynia (9-4) and 10th ranked Bydgoszcz (1-11) in Gdynia ended with biggest points difference. Arka Gdynia outscored guests from Bydgoszcz 107-32. Arka Gdynia held Bydgoszcz to an opponent 21.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 54.1 percent accuracy of the winners and made 16-of-20 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Arka Gdynia forced 22 Bydgoszcz turnovers and outrebounded them 48-24 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Arka Gdynia players were unselfish on offense dishing 33 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Bydgoszcz's players. They brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. The former international point guard Julia Niemojewska (170-1998) had a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Jasmine Thomas (175-1991, college: Michigan St.) chipped in 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Arka Gdynia players scored in double figures. Point guard Wiktoria Sobiech (172-2002) responded with 11 points and 5 rebounds and guard Wiktoria Zasada (170-2002) scored 5 points. Arka Gdynia moved-up to third place, which they share with Lublin. Bydgoszcz lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. Arka Gdynia will play against league's leader Gorzow Wlkp. in Gorzow Wielkopolski in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Bydgoszcz will play at home against the league's second-placed Polkowice (#2) to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Arka Gdynia: N.Fontaine 22+4reb, J.Thomas 21+5reb+4ast, M.Kastanek 19+5reb+3ast, B.Kamila 12+9reb+4ast, J.Niemojewska 11+11reb+12ast, K.Vuckovic 10+7reb+2ast
Bydgoszcz: S.Wiktoria 11+5reb+2ast, Z.Aleksandra 6+2reb+1ast, M.Wieczynska 5+3reb+1ast, Z.Wiktoria 5+4reb+1ast, P.Amelia 2+2reb, M.Alicja 2+5reb

Lublin - Torun 86-78

Very expected game when 8th ranked Katarzynki (4-8) lost on the road to fourth ranked Lublin (9-4) 86-78. Lublin players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Serbian point guard Aleksandra Stanacev (167-1994) had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Natasha Mack (193-1997, college: OK State, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 17 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Five Lublin players scored in double figures. American guard Alexis Jones (175-1994, college: Baylor) responded with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Aleksandra Pszczolarska (180-2001) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Lublin moved-up to third place, which they share with Arka Gdynia. Katarzynki at the other side keeps the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Wroclaw. Lublin will play against Polonia W-wa (#7) in Warszawa in the next round. Katarzynki will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Lublin: A.Stanacev 20+2reb+11ast, K.Zec 18+7reb+3ast, N.Mack 17+11reb+3ast, A.Ziemborska 12+4reb, S.Taylor 11+6reb+1ast, O.Trzeciak 3+2reb
Torun: A.Jones 28+5reb+6ast, P.Aleksandra 17+8reb+1ast, V.Louka 10+6reb, E.Adebayo 9+9reb+1ast, A.Stankiewicz 6+3reb+5ast, M.Grays 6+3reb+5ast

Poznan - Sosnowiec 78-66

The game in Poznan was quite interesting. 5th ranked Sosnowiec (8-5) played at the court of seventh ranked Poznan (6-7). Poznan defeated Sosnowiec 78-66 on Wednesday. American guard Alecia Sutton (173-1998, college: Texas) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). International Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) contributed with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Poznan players scored in double figures. Ghanian-American forward Batabe Zempare (191-1994, college: CSUB, agency: LBM Management) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 19 rebounds and American guard Jennifer Coleman (175-1998, college: Navy) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Sosnowiec. Poznan moved-up to sixth place. Sosnowiec at the other side keeps the fifth position with five games lost. Poznan are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Pruszkow (#11) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Sosnowiec will play against Wroclaw (#9) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Poznan: A.Sutton 25+7reb+3ast, A.Skobel 17+9reb+5ast, K.Rymarenko 16+6reb, M.Dodson 13+9reb+1ast, J.Popovic 7+1reb+1ast, P.Weronika 0+1reb
Sosnowiec: B.Zempare 25+19reb+2ast, J.Coleman 15+5reb+5ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 14+9reb+2ast, M.Prazenicova 7+4reb+5ast, J.Alicja 5+4reb+1ast, M.Nina 0

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RUSSIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Raisa MUSINA

Nika
(191-F/C-1998)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

16.9

15.7

13.5

13.4

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SWEDEN

Latvia and Sweden successfully start Baltic Sea U18 Cup - by Eurobasket News

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TURKEY

Panathlitikos ink Angela Tompkins, ex Antalya - by Eurobasket Center

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USCAA-NCCAA

West Virginia State dominates Bluefield State in the paint to win final non-conference game - by Eurobasket News

West VIrginia State's women's basketball team won their first game of the 2023 portion of their schedule on Monday against the Bluefield State University Big Blue, 101-93. WVSU (9-2, 4-2 MEC) dominated the paint, scoring 64 points inside, compared to just 38 for Bluefield State (7-8, D-II Independent). Destiny Fields led the Jackets with 20 points and nine rebounds. Anysa Jordan (6'1''-F) collected her third double-double in her last four games with 11 points and 16 rebounds. Shelby Harmeyer scored 15, and Ashley Davis and Hannah Shriver added 12 points each. State shot 45.3 percent from the field, hitting 39-of-86 field goal attempts and 17-of-23 from the charity stripe. State also outrebounded Bluefield State, 56-47. Bluefield State's Rori Cox led all scorers with 22 points in only 25 minutes due to foul trouble. WVSU started the game hot, hitting the first nine points of the game with Shriver contributing five, and Anysa Jordan and Destiny Fields each hitting a layup. Bluefield State finally broke through almost four minutes into the game, 9-2. Latifat Olatunji scored the next six points for the Jackets with a couple of layups and two free throws, 15-7. The shots went cold for the Jackets over the next four minutes with WVSU going 0-for-7 from the field allowing the Big Blue to claw their way to within a point, but Imani Reid and Ashley Davis both hit a bucket, giving State the 19-14 lead after the first. The two teams were almost even through the first two minutes of the game, WVSU then put together a quick mini-run of 6-0 over a minute with a Harmeyer layup, a Jordan foul-shot and a Davis bomb. The Big Blue then put together a 9-0 run to get within one of WVSU but it was broken by Harmeyer. Bluefield State came within one point twice more in the quarter, the last time off of a three with 2:35 to go, 41-40. Destiny Fields scored the final seven points of the quarter for State to take a 48-44 lead into the locker room. State shot 46.5 percent from the field on 20-of-43 shooting, but only 3-of-13 from behind the arc. Bluefield took their first lead of the game 30 seconds into the third quarter, 50-48. Shortly thereafter, State went on an 11-1 run over the next two minutes capped off with a converted and-one opportunity by Ashley Davis with 6:22 to go in the third quarter, 61-54. The Jackets shot 5-for-6 during the stretch. The only miss was an Ashley Davis trey attempt. Bluefield State tied it up four more times in the quarter, at 63-all, 67-all, 69-all, 71-all. Harmeyer stroked a shot from another zip code at the horn to break the stalemate and give the Jackets a 74-71 lead after three quarters. Bluefield State took the lead again at 75-74 a minute into the final quarter. State went on an 11-2 run that lasted just over three minutes with Davis contributing four, Shriver scoring three, Fields adding two and Jordan and Reid adding a foul shot each. Bluefield State, however, went cold from the field, going 0-6 with only two foul shots to show for their efforts. Bluefield State got as close as three with 2:26 to play, but WVSU hit both of their field goal attempts and two foul shots, securing the first win of the new year.
Courtesy of: wvsuyellowjackets.com

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WABA

Orlovi signs Ivona Krakic - by Zeljko Zule

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WNBA

Karen Bryant named GM of Los Angeles Sparks - by Eurobasket News

Karen Bryant , former longtime executive for the WNBA's Seattle Storm, has been named chief administrative officer and general manager of the Los Angeles Sparks, the team announced Tuesday. Bryant was with the Storm for 15 years, including championship seasons in 2004 and 2010. She left in 2014 to start an advisory company focused on women's sports. She was hired as a strategic adviser for the Sparks in 2021, then took on the role of interim president for the team. Bryant helped hire current Sparks coach Curt Miller and president Vanessa Shay. The Sparks have been without a general manager since former coach/GM Derek Fisher was fired in June during the 2022 WNBA season. Fred Williams served as interim coach for the rest of the season, then Miller left the Connecticut Sun in October to take over as Sparks coach. "I'm really excited to partner with Curt, Vanessa and the rest of our team to usher in a new era of Sparks basketball," Bryant said in a statement. "We are committed to building a culture and organization that is representative of the incredible legacy this franchise carries. I want to thank (managing partner) Eric Holoman and our ownership group for this opportunity and their continued investment in the Sparks and the WNBA." The three-time WNBA champion Sparks have missed the postseason the past two years. It's the first time they've been out of the playoffs in consecutive years since 1997-98, the WNBA's first two seasons. Bryant's hiring comes as the WNBA's free agency process begins this month, with players being able to officially sign starting Feb. 1. The Sparks have six unrestricted free agents, including sisters Nneka and Chiney Ogwumike. Bryant's new role is one of several administrative and coaching moves in the WNBA since the end of the 2022 season. Mike Thibault, who was coach/GM of the Washington Mystics, retired as coach and will focus on the GM role, as his former assistant, Eric Thibault, takes over as head coach. Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve moved from general manager to president of basketball operations, and Clare Duwelius was promoted from Lynx assistant GM to general manager. Reeve continues as head coach. When Miller, who held the dual roles of coach and GM for the Sun, left for the Sparks, Connecticut replaced him with coach Stephanie White and general manager Darius Taylor. Two other WNBA teams hired new head coaches: Latricia Trammel for the Dallas Wings, and Christie Sides for the Indiana Fever.
Courtesy of: espn.com